Kawasukune Shrine (Higashiagatsuma)
甲波宿禰神社
Ancient shrine in Gunma, dedicated to purification deities, with a history spanning over 1200 years.
What it is
- Established in 785 by Ono Kinzen.
- Dedicated to Hayaakitsuhiko-no-kami and Hayaakitsuhime-no-kami.
- Revered by the Nagao clan during the Sengoku period.
- Renamed Kawasukune Shrine in the Meiji period.
What to see
- Main hall built in the early 18th century.
- Worship hall built in the late 18th century.
- Fifty-eight auxiliary shrines on the grounds.
- Sword dedicated by Nagao Kageharu.
When to go
- Spring festival held on April 15th.
- Autumn festival held on the last Saturday of September.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
群馬県吾妻郡東吾妻町箱島1136 Open in Google Maps
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