多岐原神社, Shinto shrine in Japan
Takihara Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Taiki with simple wooden architecture in the Shinmei-zukuri style. The grounds sit on the right bank of the Miyagawa River and feature a small, clean compound with a few stone lanterns and traditional elements that reflect its age.
The shrine has been venerated at this location since the Edo period and has undergone multiple restorations to survive to the present day. Some of the stones and lanterns date back to the Kii Domain, roughly 300 years ago.
The shrine is dedicated to Yamato Hime, who once aided a local deity crossing the Miyagawa River. Local residents affectionately call this deity "Manaho-san" and visit to offer prayers and maintain their connection to the land and community.
The shrine is open around the clock with no fixed hours or admission fees required. Parking is available along the roadside, and the grounds are easily accessible on foot, especially in early morning or late afternoon for the quietest experience.
The shrine connects to the Kumano Kodo, a historic pilgrimage trail leading toward the Misesaka Pass roughly one hour on foot. This ancient pathway has long drawn walkers, linking the shrine to a larger spiritual network in the region.
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