The Japan News by The Yomiuri Shimbun
— Extend your trip! ONO NO IMOKO SHRINE
Ono no Imoko was an ancient diplomat who crossed the sea to China in 607 on a Japanese imperial government mission. The Ono no Imoko Shrine is dedicated to this historical figure. The Karausuyama burial mound behind the shrine is said to be Ono’s tomb. Each year, local residents hold an annual procession in his honor while dressed in period costumes.