The Shirasagi Jinja Shrine enshrines Yamato Takeru, the son of the Emperor Keiko the 12th emperor of Japan who was enshrined in 783.During those ancient days, Yamato Takeru carried the sword Kusanagi and travelled throughout Japan, leading the country to peace. Legend says that as a result, his soul turned into a swan and he continues to protect peace still.The shrine is also home to Japan's largest votive picture at a width of 8m and a height of 4m, which is known a votive picture which grants wishes and bestows happiness.
- 【Address】
- 1-41-6,Shirasagi Kaminokawa-machi Tochigi-ken
- 【TEL】
- 0285-56-4553
- 【Expressway entrance】
- Kita-kanto Expressway Utsunomiyakaminokawa-Interchange
【Information】
Admission 9:00-17:00 hours Kanto Bus transportation from the station by JR line Oka Makoto Ishibashi, "garage Kaminokawa" 15 minute walk
Hall of worship
Sword of peace
Spot position
