Kono Shrine
籠神社
Kono Shrine is an ancient, important shrine with unique treasures and a rich history.
What it is
- Ancient shrine in Miyazu City, Kyoto Prefecture.
- Also known as Motoise Kono Shrine.
- Main deity is Hikahoakari no Mikoto.
- Amabe clan served as chief priests since ancient times.
What to see
- Main hall rebuilt in 1845.
- Stone komainu statues from Azuchi-Momoyama period.
- Amabe clan genealogy, Japan's oldest existing.
- Designated a National Treasure in 1976.
- Recognized as a Japan Heritage site in 2017.
When to go
- Annual Aoi Matsuri festival is held on April 24.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
京都府宮津市字大垣430 Open in Google Maps
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