An ancient shrine in Kaminokawa Town enshrining Yamato Takeru, affectionately known as the 'White Heron Shrine.'\nLegend holds it was founded where a white heron descended when Yamato Takeru returned from his eastern campaign.\nThe grounds feature an 18m 'Sword of Peace,' boasting Japan's largest size.\nParticularly known for traffic safety blessings, many come for vehicle purification.\nNew Year worship draws many visitors from inside and outside the town as the largest regional new year event.\nThe spacious grounds feature white heron motif decorations throughout.\nThe main hall, built in the Edo period, features decorations by Nikko carving artisans.\nBeautiful grounds can be enjoyed through all seasons with spring cherry blossoms and autumn foliage.\nAs Kaminokawa's chief guardian, community-rooted faith continues.\nConveniently adjacent to Utsunomiya, many visitors come from the Utsunomiya area.