Kakinomoto Shrine

柿本神社

Located on a hill in Akashi City, Hyogo Prefecture, Kakinomoto Shrine is dedicated to the poet Kakinomoto no Taru. The grounds offer views of the Seto Inland Sea, Awaji Island, and the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge. The deity is associated with academic studies, safe childbirth, fire prevention, and marital harmony. The shrine remains active throughout the year for various traditional visits, including celebrations for new births and children's growth milestones.