Kasuga Shrine
春日神社
Historic Kasuga Shrine offers a glimpse into local faith and unique stone guardians.
What it is
- Tutelary shrine of Hiratsuka-juku.
- Dedicated to the Kasuga four gods.
- Designated as a prayer site in 1191 by Minamoto no Yoritomo.
- Masako prayed here for safe childbirth in 1192.
What to see
- Stone komainu erected in 1843.
- Komainu made by Izutsuya Sentaro.
- Several auxiliary shrines on the grounds.
Getting there
- About a 5-minute walk from Yanagimachi bus stop.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
神奈川県平塚市平塚4丁目18-1 Open in Google Maps
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