Ōhirumemuchi Shrine
大日霊貴神社
Ōhirumemuchi Shrine: a historic shrine in Akita, known for its large building and ancient bugaku dances.
What it is
- Also called Ōnidō.
- Founded during Emperor Keitai's reign.
- Rebuilt in 718 by the monk Gyōki.
- Dedicated to Amaterasu Sumerōkami and Kisshōhime no Mikoto.
What to see
- One of the largest shrine buildings in Akita Prefecture.
- Shrine building has space for bugaku performances.
- One Itabi, a Kazuno City Tangible Cultural Property.
When to go
- January 2nd for the annual festival.
- See Ōnidō Bugaku, a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
〒018-5141 秋田県鹿角市八幡平字堂の上16 Open in Google Maps
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