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Katsuraki ni Imasu Honoikaduchi Shrine

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葛木坐火雷神社

Ancient shrine dedicated to fire and other deities, featuring unique historical artifacts and seasonal festivals.

Katsuraki ni Imasu Honoikaduchi Shrine
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What it is

  • Also known as Fuefuki Shrine.
  • Main deities are Honoikazuchi no Okami and Amenokaguyama no Mikoto.
  • Honoikazuchi no Okami is worshipped as a god of fire.
  • Granted the rank of Shosanmi in 852 and Junii in 859.

What to see

  • A Russian cannon from the Russo-Japanese War is on the grounds.
  • Fuefuki Shrine Kofun is a designated historic site.

When to go

  • Otaue-sai festival is on February 11.
  • Natsukoshi-sai festival is held on July 17.
  • Chinkasai festival is held on November 15.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

奈良県葛城市笛吹448 Open in Google Maps

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