Kijin Shrine
鬼鎮神社
Kijin Shrine is a rare shrine dedicated to demons, founded in 1182 to ward off evil.
What it is
- A shrine in Ranzan Town, Saitama Prefecture.
- It enshrines demons.
- One of few shrines in Japan that enshrines demons.
- Founded in 1182 as a charm against evil.
When to go
- During Setsubun, people throw beans saying 'Oni wa uchi'.
Getting there
- 10-minute walk from Musashi-Ranzan Station West Exit.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
埼玉県比企郡嵐山町川島1898 Open in Google Maps
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