Nudehiko Nudehime Shrine

What it is

• Shikinaisha shrine listed in the Engishiki Jinmyocho.
• Dedicated to Nudehiko no Mikoto and Nudehime no Mikoto.
• Founded in 151 AD.
• Originally the ujigami of Kawachi Province Okata-gun.

What to see

• Sacred body on the summit of Mt. Takao.
• Mt. Takao is a sacred mountain and iwakura.
• Current shrine building rebuilt during the Genroku era.

When to go

• Summer Festival is held on July 31st.
• Autumn Annual Festival is held on October 15th.

Getting there

• Nearest station is Kintetsu Osaka Line Katashimo Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.