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OKITAMA area (except cities)
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| Shrine for Dogs, Shirine for Cats |
shrines enshrining dogs and cats |
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These shrines are rare even in Japan, as they enshrine dogs and cats. These
two shrines have legends from the 8th century about a dog and a cat who
each saved the villagers from misfortune. The dog defeated a giant raccoon
dog and lost his life in the process. The cat killed a large snake hiding
in the attic while dying. As a result the village prospered. Many worshippers
come to offer photographs and collars as a memorial for their beloved dogs
and cats, and to pray for their health. Every year on the fourth Saturday
of July, a National Pet Memorial Festival is held in front of Shrine for
dog. During winter, the shrines may be closed due to snowfall. |
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Takahata town |
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| Mt. IIDE |
famous for pretty alpine plants |
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Mt. IIDE is located in Bandai-Asahi National Park and is counted among
100 famous mountains in Japan. It is famous for its pretty alpine plants.
Iidesan Shrine is enshrined at the summit of Mt. Iide, and it has been
visited by many people since ancient times as a mountain of faith. There
are hiking trails on all sides, but it is difficult to climb Mt. Iide alone,
so it is common to reach the summit by traversing it. Because the mountain
is so large, all the trails are long, the difference in altitude from the
trailhead to the summit is about 1,500 meters, and there is permanent snow,
so it is considered a mountain for advanced climbers, and sufficient equipment
is required to reach the summit.. |
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Iide town |
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