Katano Shrine
片埜神社
A historic shrine guarding Osaka Castle's demon gate, featuring a rare 17th-century main hall and unique ogre-themed rituals.
What it is
- A shrine dedicated to the deities Susanoo-no-Mikoto and Sugawara no Michizane
- The historic guardian of the demon gate for Osaka Castle
- Formerly known as the Ichinomiya of the Katano District
- The main hall was rebuilt by Toyotomi Hideyori in 1602
What to see
- The main hall designated as a National Important Cultural Property
- South and East gates recognized as Osaka Prefectural Cultural Properties
- A stone lantern dating back to the Kamakura period
- Ogre symbols throughout the grounds serving as guardians
- A nearby burial mound for the historical figures Aterui and More
When to go
- The annual Setsubun festival featuring a unique 'Ogre inside' chant
Getting there
- A five-minute walk from Keihan Makino Station
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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