Tsurugi Shrine in Kadowori, Kashima is an ancient shrine said to enshrine the rough spirit of Takemikazuchi-no-Okami. Positioned as one of Kashima Jingu's auxiliary shrines, it was worshipped by warriors as the guardian deity of swordsmanship and martial arts. The grounds are in a forest wrapped in silence, and dedicated martial arts performances are sometimes held there. The shrine's name with th…
Tsurugi Shrine in Kadowori, Kashima, is said to have been founded around 700 CE during the early Nara period, in the reign of Emperor Monmu. Enshrining the rough spirit (aramitama) of Takemikazuchi-no-Okami, it has long been positioned as one of the auxiliary shrines affiliated with Kashima Jingu. I…
Victory in contests, sports, and critical challenges. Rooted in warrior-deity shrines such as Hachiman and Suwa.
Derived from the enshrined deity "武甕槌大神荒魂"
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