Matafuri Shrine
末多武利神社
Matafuri Shrine honors a 10th-century general and hosts a unique fire ritual.
What it is
- Shrine dedicated to Fujiwara no Tadafumi.
- Built to appease the spirit of the general.
- Tadafumi was appointed Seito Taishogun in 940.
When to go
- O-hitaki ritual held annually on December 17.
- Ritual re-recognizes the value of fire.
- Ritual raises awareness about fire hazards.
Getting there
- 6-minute walk from Keihan Uji Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
京都府宇治市宇治又振47 Open in Google Maps
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