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Katsuragi Shrine

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葛城神社

Katsuragi Shrine, founded in 1053, is a pilgrimage site with unique cultural properties and a healing well.

Katsuragi Shrine
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What it is

  • The 6th sacred site of the New Shikoku Mandala Pilgrimage.
  • Founded during the Tenki era (1053-1058).
  • Dedicated to the deity Hitokotonushi-no-kami.

What to see

  • Shrine grounds include Okuni-sha and Kai-jinja.
  • The 'Goshinsui' well is known for eye treatment.
  • Memorial mounds for knives and glasses.

When to go

  • Autumn festival is held on November 5th.
  • See the 'Neri' of the Yakko procession, a cultural property.

Getting there

  • Take a bus from JR Naruto Station.
  • Then, a 15-minute walk to the shrine.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

徳島県鳴門市北灘町粟田字池谷2 Open in Google Maps

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