Tegosaki Shrine (Kamisu)
手子后神社 (神栖市)
Ancient Tegosaki Shrine guards a port, revered by fishermen, and hosts a unique cultural festival.
What it is
- Founded between 767 and 770 AD.
- Dedicated to Tegohime-no-mikoto.
- Guardian deity of a port town.
- Fishermen have deep reverence for it.
What to see
- Several auxiliary shrines.
- Located near the mouth of the Tone River.
When to go
- Oshiomatsuri festival around June 15th of the lunar calendar.
- Festival music is an intangible folk cultural property.
Getting there
- Accessible by bus from Choshi Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
茨城県神栖市波崎8819 Open in Google Maps
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