Ukishima Shrine (Kashima)

What it is

• Shrine founded in 1001 by Saburo Naohisa Io.
• Enshrines Izanagi-no-Mikoto and Izanami-no-Mikoto.
• The Io family has served as priests for over a thousand years.

What to see

• A large golden stone called 'Kabuto-ishi' in the pond.
• Pond is 6,000 tsubo with 150,000 tons of spring water daily.
• Designated one of the '100 Famous Waters of the Heisei Era'.

When to go

• Main festival is held on September 15th.

Getting there

• 10-minute walk from Shimorokuka bus stop.
• Parking available for cars and large buses.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.