Gokō Shrine
The site said to be Emperor Keitai's place of learning
Gokō Shrine, with its magnificent sacred gate, enshrines the divine spirits of five generations: from Emperor Keitai and Emperor Ōjin down to Emperor Keitai's father, Prince Hikonozumi. The "Broom Festival" held on April 18th involves parishioners sweeping the stone steps and precincts with brooms to cleanse the area for the deity who loves cleanliness, followed by worship. Legend holds that Emperor Keitai established this site as a place of learning while residing in Ajimano. This area is known for its cedar production, featuring beautifully maintained cedar groves stretching far and wide, with cedar seedling fields visible here and there.
- Area
- Tannan
- Category
- History & Culture Temples & Shrines
- Preferences
- Open before 9 AM Open after 5 PM
Information
- Telephone Number
- Gokō Shrine 0778-27-1341
- Address
- 福井県越前市文室町20-12
- Getting There
- Hapiline Fukui Takefu Station: 25 minutes by car Hokuriku Expressway Takefu IC: 15 minutes by car
