Visit the Head Shrine of All Kashima Shrines, Walk Through the Cryptomeria Avenue and Mitarashi Pond
About this spot
The head shrine of approximately 600 Kashima shrines nationwide, this historic shrine has long been revered as the deity of martial arts. Passing through the red-lacquered Roumon Gate, you'll find the back approach lined with cryptomeria trees centuries old. Beyond lies Mitarashi Pond, fed by clear spring water. The expansive grounds are verdant and perfect for families to walk and experience both history and nature.
Fireworks details
Name: 鉢形地区夏まつり
Date & time: 7/25 (Sat) 19:00–
Venue: 鹿嶋市・鉢形地区(小学校校庭)
2026年7月25日(土)開催、鹿嶋市鉢形地区の夏を彩る夏まつりの花火です。19時から、小学校の校庭を会場に花火が打ち上がります。大きな都市部の大会とはひと味違う、地域の子どもたちや家族が集うアットホームな雰囲気が魅力です。近所の人たちと肩を並べて見上げる花火は、身近で温かい夏の思い出になります。
Tips
荒天時は中止または内容変更の可能性があるため、当日の開催可否は事前に確認しましょう。終了後は校庭周辺の道が混み合うため、少し余韻を楽しんでから帰路につくのがおすすめです。
Tips
About 10 minutes by car from Hashigata. The spacious grounds are best explored in comfortable walking shoes. The cryptomeria avenue of the back approach remains cool even in summer, offering shaded rest spots.
Best time to visit
Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. Early afternoon is relatively peaceful for worship.
Access & map
〒314-0031 Ibaraki Prefecture, Kashima City, Miyanakai 2306-1
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