Housono Shrine

What it is

• Ancient shrine, existing since the Nara period.
• Dedicated to three deities: Takemikazuchi, Futsunushi, and Amenokoyane.
• Built where Takehaniyasuhiko-no-mikoto was suppressed.
• Listed as 'Housono Shrine' in the Engishiki Jinmyocho.

What to see

• The shrine crest, known as 'Sagari-fuji'.

When to go

• Igomori Festival held annually for three days.
• Festival includes 'Furoi-no-gi' and 'Ota-no-gi'.
• Festival includes the 'Tsuna-hiki-no-gi'.
• Giant rope is burned at Izumori during the festival.

Getting there

• 20-minute walk from Shin-Housono Station.
• 20-minute walk from JR Housono Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.