Ikiko Shrine
生子神社
Ikiko Shrine is an ancient site in Kanuma City, known for unique crying sumo and sunrise festivals.
What it is
- Ancient shrine founded in 726 AD.
- Dedicated to the deity Ninigi-no-Mikoto.
- Formerly known as Momiyama Myojin.
What to see
- Site of the Nakizumo (crying sumo) ritual.
- Site of the Hinode Matsuri (sunrise festival).
- Jomon period ruins are nearby.
When to go
- Attend the Nakizumo ritual.
- Attend the Hinode Matsuri.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
栃木県鹿沼市樅山町1167 Open in Google Maps
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