Sengen Shrine

What it is

• Dedicated to Konohanasakuya-hime, a deity of safe childbirth.
• Rebuilt in June 1859.
• Designated a village shrine in April 1873.

What to see

• Main hall.
• Torii gate.
• Pair of komainu (guardian dogs).
• Inari Shrine and Mitsumine Shrine subsidiary shrines.

When to go

• Festivals on June 30, July 12, and December 12.
• Hatsuyama ritual for children's health on June 30 and July 1.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.