Kibitsujinja Shrine - A Japan Heritage Site

The town where the legend of Momotaro was born. A story of demon slaying brought to life by the heritage of ancient Kibi. The setting for this story is recognized as a Japan Heritage Site.
Of the 27 cultural properties, 8 have been designated at this shrine. Feel the romance of the legend of Ura.

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The Kibi Plain - A Japan Heritage Site

The ruins from the legend of Ura can still be found on the Kibi Plain. They are the setting for the legend of Prince Kibitsuhiko slaying the demon called Ura (which is said to have been the origin of the story of Momotaro). The places from the legend of Ura invite visitors to join this mysterious story.

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The Demon Mask of Kibitsujinja Shrine

Yaokiiwa Rock and the Yadate Ritual

Kibitsujinja Shrine

Kanjincho (temple donation book)

Old map of the grounds

Okamaden Hall

Narukama Ritual

Kinojo Castle (Demon Castle)

The Demon Cauldron

Chisuigawa River

Yaguinomiya Shrine

Koikuijinja Shrine

Tatetsuki-iseki Tumulus