Takachiho Shrine [Miyazaki]

【Takachiho Shrine summary】

Takachiho Shrine is said to have been founded during the reign of Emperor Suinin. The period of Emperor Suinin’s reign is dated from 29 B.C. to 70 A.D. according to the Nihon Shoki (Chronicles of Japan), which translates to 29 B.C. to 70 A.D. (The period of Emperor Suinin’s reign is not necessarily consistent with archaeological evidence. （There are several theories about the shrine’s construction, including that it was built to worship Emperor Niniginomikoto, or that it was built by Emperor Jinmu’s elder brother, Miko-irinomikoto, to pray for the protection of the nation after he defeated the demons of the Eight Demons. There is also a theory that the shrine was built to protect the nation after Emperor Jinmu’s elder brother, Miko-irino no Mikoto, defeated the eight demons. It is also the general shrine of the 88 shrines of Takachiho.

The deities enshrined at the shrine are Takachiho no Mikami and Jyusha Daimyojin.

【Takachiho Shrine road approaching a shrine】

The location is surrounded by beautiful nature and has a tranquil atmosphere. Passing through the torii gate and up the stairs is the main shrine.

【Takachiho Shrine main shrine】

The present main shrine was rebuilt in 1778. It is designated as a National Important Cultural Property along with the company treasure, the “iron guardian dogs”.

【Takachiho Shrine Chichibu Cedar】

Within the grounds is an 800-year-old “Chichibu Cedar” planted by Shigetada Hatakeyama, a representative of Minamoto no Yoritomo.

【Takachiho Shrine Meoto Cedar Trees (“The Married Cedars”)】

Meoto Cedar Trees (“The Married Cedars”), two cedar trunks united into one, stand tall. It is said that if you walk around this cedar tree three times holding hands with the person you love, you will be happy.

【Takachiho Shrine Takachiho Kagura(Shinto music and dancing)】

Takachiho no Yoru Kagura” is designated as a national Important Intangible Folk Cultural Asset. Visitors can watch the kagura for 1,000 yen per person from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. daily at the Kaguraden (Kagura hall). Reservations can be made online (200 people) or on the day (50 people).

【Takachiho Shrine Goshuin book】

The Goshuin book and Goshuin bag purchased at Takachiho Shrine are my personal favorites because of their design and texture.

【Takachiho Shrine Nearby attractions】

Takachiho Gorge, Ama-no-Iwato Shrine

Takachiho Gorge [Miyazaki]

【Takachiho Shrine Access】

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