Shrine · Chichibu
Chichibu Shrine 秩父神社
Central Chichibu shrine over 2,000 years old, known for its colourful carvings and the UNESCO-listed Chichibu Night Festival each December.
HoursAlways open
PriceChichibu Festival Hall: ¥500
Getting thereChichibu Railway Chichibu Station, 3 min walk; Seibu-Chichibu Station 15 min
Time needed30-60 min
Best timeDecember 2-3 (Night Festival)
Address1-3 Bambamachi, Chichibu, Saitama 368-0041
Websitechichibu-jinja.or.jp
About
Chichibu Shrine's main hall was rebuilt in 1592 by Tokugawa Ieyasu and features vivid carvings, including a tiger said to be by Hidari Jingoro and the 'chained dragon'. It is the host of the Chichibu Yomatsuri on December 2-3, when lantern-covered floats are pulled through town with fireworks. The shrine is a 3 min walk from Chichibu Station.
Highlights
- Carvings of the tiger, chained dragon and 'north-facing owl'
- Chichibu Night Festival (Dec 2-3), UNESCO Intangible Heritage
- Chichibu Festival Hall museum nearby
- Peaceful grove in central Chichibu
Tips
- Grounds always open and free
- Festival hall closed on certain Tuesdays and New Year
- Book accommodation early for the Night Festival
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