Uzume Shrine
鈿女神社
A Meiji-era shrine in Nagano featuring a historic main hall and a unique stone bridge built without cement.
What it is
- A shrine established during the Meiji era dedicated to the deity Ame-no-Uzume-no-Mikoto.
- The site serves as the source for branch shrines in Okaya and Shimosuwa.
- A separate subordinate shrine on the grounds enshrines the deity Sarutahiko-no-Mikoto.
- The main hall and stone bridge are designated as village tangible cultural properties.
What to see
- The main hall which was constructed in 1931.
- Shinsei Bridge built of stacked stones without the use of cement.
- The surrounding grounds located near the Takase River.
When to go
- Coming of Age Day for the New Year prayer festival.
- The second Sunday of April to witness the annual spring festival.
Getting there
- Walk 400 meters west from Kita-Hosono Station to reach the shrine.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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