Kashimori Shrine, Shinto shrine in Japan
Kashimori Shrine is a small Shinto shrine in Gifu featuring modest wooden structures and a traditional roof with curved tiles. The grounds include a main worship hall, several smaller buildings, gravel pathways, and old trees scattered throughout the site.
The shrine was founded more than 300 years ago during the Edo period to honor a local spirit believed to protect the town and its people. Over time, local residents have maintained and repaired the site, ensuring its continuity and importance to the community.
The shrine is named after a local spirit and serves as a space where visitors express everyday wishes by leaving small offerings or attaching written prayers to wooden plaques. Entering through the torii gate marks a transition from daily city life into a space dedicated to personal reflection and spiritual practice.
The shrine is located in a quiet residential area of Gifu and is easily reached by public transport or on foot from central areas. Visiting early in the morning or late in the evening provides a quieter experience, while festival days in spring and autumn offer a livelier setting.
According to legend, the mythical horse Tenma landed behind the shrine and left a hoof print in stone that visitors can still see today. This stone is considered a special symbol connected to the shrine's blessings.
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