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Kibitsu Jinja (Kibitsu Shrine)
〒701-1341 岡山県岡山市北区吉備津９３１
Located in Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture, this shrine is known as the Ichinomiya (chief shrine) of Bitchu Province. It is famous for its National Treasure main hall and the Narikama (singing cauldron) ritual.
History
Originally the head shrine of Kibi Province, it became the Ichinomiya of Bitchu Province after the province was divided. The main hall, attributed to Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, is the only example in Japan of the Hioku-Irimoya-zukuri architectural style and is designated as a National Treasure along with the worship hall.
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The main hall and worship hall, designated as National Treasures, feature the unique Hioku-Irimoya-zukuri architectural style, characterized by their majestic appearance. One of the major highlights is the long corridor stretching approximately 360 meters. Access from the station or parking lot is convenient, allowing visitors to enjoy seasonal nature and the bustling atmosphere of Hatsumode (New Year shrine visits).
Opening hours
- Monday: 8:30 – 17:00
- Tuesday: 8:30 – 17:00
- Wednesday: 8:30 – 17:00
- Thursday: 8:30 – 17:00
- Friday: 8:30 – 17:00
- Saturday: 8:30 – 17:00
- Sunday: 8:30 – 17:00
Annual events & festivals
- January 1 onwardHatsumode (first shrine visit of the year)
Associated with the Momotaro legend. Famous for its National Treasure main hall and long corridor.
This shrine enshrines Kibitsuhiko-no-mikoto, who is considered the model for the Momotaro legend. It is known for its main hall, the only one in Japan built in the 'hiyoku irimoya-zukuri' style (National Treasure), and a corridor approximately 400 meters long. It is bustling with visitors during the New Year.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・National Treasure main hall
- ・Approximately 400m corridor
- ・Momotaro legend
- May, 2nd SundaySpring Grand Festival
A spring grand festival featuring the Nana-Ju-Gosho-Sasagu Shinsai (Rite of Offering Seventy-Five Courses).
Centered on the second Sunday of May, this spring grand festival includes the Nana-Ju-Gosho-Sasagu Shinsai, a rite in which seventy-five courses of food are offered before the deity.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Nana-Ju-Gosho-Sasagu Shinsai (Rite of Offering Seventy-Five Courses)
- ・Spring Grand Festival
- Year-round (excluding Fridays)Narukama Shinsai (Ringing Cauldron Rite)
A Shinto rite that divines fortune by the sound of a ringing cauldron, also depicted in the 'Ugetsu Monogatari' (Tales of Moonlight and Rain).
This Shinto rite divines good or bad fortune based on the length and intensity of the sound produced by a ringing cauldron. It was also depicted in Ueda Akinari's 'Ugetsu Monogatari' (Tales of Moonlight and Rain). The rite is performed daily.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Narukama Shinsai (Ringing Cauldron Rite)
- ・Divination by the sound of the cauldron
Dates can shift from year to year. Please check the official information before you go.
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