Kitaonie-hachimangū

What it is

• A shrine in Uozu City, Toyama Prefecture.
• Dedicated to the deity Hondawake no Mikoto (Emperor Ojin).
• Formerly served as a village shrine.
• The current main hall was built in 1914.

What to see

• A 450-year-old zelkova tree.
• Two 100-year-old ginkgo trees.
• A rare sacred tree with a window-shaped trunk.
• A newly built dance area for performances.

When to go

• Main festivals are held in January, March, June, and October.
• Autumn festival features a portable shrine parade.
• Lion dances are performed at festivals.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.