Katori Shrine

A must-see spot in Sawara "Katori Shrine"

The headquarters of about 400 Katori Shrines nationwide.
Kashima Jingu Shrine and the three eastern countries along with the Ikisu Shrine.
The headquarters of about 400 Katori Shrines nationwide.
Before the Meiji era, only Ise, Katori and Kashima were given the title "Jingu".
He worshiped the Tsutsumi Ogami and was worshiped as a warrior with Takemikazuchi Ogami from Kashima Jingu Shrine.

One of the three eastern countries.

The other two companies are Kashima Jingu Shrine in Kashima City, Ibaraki Prefecture, and Susu Shrine in Kamisu City, Ibaraki Prefecture.

access

About 3km from the center.  It takes 10 minutes by car and about 40 minutes on foot.
A shuttle bus is available only on weekends and holidays.  If you are traveling by public transport, we recommend a rental bike if the weather is fine.
Estimated taxi fare is 1,500 yen one way.