Warei-jinja

和霊神社
shrine in Uwajima
#2 in Uwajima / #562 in Japan
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by Reggaeman
/ CC BY-SA 3.0

Warei-jinja, located in Uwajima, Japan, is a significant Shinto shrine dedicated to the deified spirit of Date Munetada, a local lord who was known for his efforts in developing the region during the Edo period. The shrine is especially noted for its grand annual festival, a vibrant celebration featuring traditional music, dance, and the spirited "Ushi-oni" parade, where participants carry large, elaborate cow-demon floats through the streets.


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