Masakatsu Shrine
當勝神社
Ancient shrine in a sacred forest, offering a glimpse into Japan's spiritual heritage.
What it is
- Founded in 720 AD during the Nara period.
- Dedicated to the deity Masakaakachikahayahiame no Hosihominomikoto.
- Located in Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture.
What to see
- Main hall built in 1859.
- Worship hall built in 1868.
- Shrine forest covers 3 hectares.
- Large cedar tree worshipped as sacred.
- Ancient trees are 350-400 years old.
- Forest is a city-designated natural monument.
Getting there
- 10-minute taxi from JR Sanin Main Line Yanase Station.
- 30-minute walk from Awaga Jinja-mae bus stop.
- 5 minutes from Santo IC on Kita-Kinki Toyooka Expressway.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
兵庫県朝来市山東町粟鹿2143 Open in Google Maps
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