Kamo-jinja, shrine in Tatsuno, Hyogo
Kamo-jinja is a Shinto shrine in Tatsuno laid out on peaceful grounds with simple, well-maintained buildings and neat pathways. The site features small statues, offering stands, and traditional wooden structures that define its modest yet carefully kept appearance.
The shrine was founded in 736, making it one of the oldest sites in the region. Its history is closely tied to horses and farming, reflected in special ceremonies that have been performed for generations.
The name Kamo-jinja connects to the ancient Kamo-no-agatanushi clan whose spiritual influence continues in the rituals performed here today. Visitors notice simple offering stands and traditional practices like ringing a bell and bowing, which are woven into the daily experience of those who come.
Visitors reach the shrine best by taking the JR Biwako Line to Omi-Hachiman Station, from where a short bus ride and a walk lead to the entrance. During daylight the grounds are lively and welcoming, and quiet respect is appreciated.
The shrine is one of only two places in Japan where the rare ceremony 'Ashifuse-no some' is performed, featuring archery while riding horses in traditional style. This unique event showcases the unbroken connection to the site's horse-centered past.
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