Suwa Shrine

What it is

• A shrine in Sawara-Shinjuku, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture.
• Founded when Okami Koreki invited Suwa Grand Shrine to the territory.
• The current shrine building was constructed in 1853.

What to see

• The 1853 shrine building.
• Located near the townscape of Sawara.
• Near the Suigo Sawara Dashi Kaikan.

When to go

• The Sawara Grand Festival Autumn Festival.
• Festival is held for three days.
• Festival centers on the second Saturday of October.

Getting there

• A 5-minute walk from Sawara Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.