Explore places related to Takashi Yanase ~Okawakami Mirafu Shrine~

I would like to introduce the place related to Takashi Yanase, a manga artist from Kochi Prefecture.
Speaking of Yanase-san, he is famous for his national manga, but he has worked on many works such as local characters, nursery rhymes, and picture books.
In Kochi, where Yanase's birthplace, there are various places related to it.
I would like to introduce it in several parts.

Okawakami Mirafu-jinja Shrine

The Okawakami Mirafu Shrine, where the Taneko Ota life is celebrated, is an Engi era-style shrine, and the shrine is a designated cultural property designated by the prefecture.
The size of the shrine is large, the trees are dignified and calm, and the roof is said to be beautiful and Yumi for the construction of the late Tokugawa period.
The current shrine was laid down in the first year of Keio (1865) and was completed in 1869.
The shrine is decorated with elaborate sculptures by master craftsmen, and it is said that at the time of construction, it was called "Tosa Nikko".
The precincts are large, and the cedar trees of the sacred tree that are over 1,000 years old are fine.

Okawakami Mirafu Shrine Official Website

By the way, many people think that you have a relationship with Takashi Yanase.
There is a secret in the zodiac amulet awarded at this shrine.
Yes, the picture of the zodiac guard here was drawn by Takashi Yanase for Okawakami Mirafu Shrine.
It is a charm where you can feel the warmth and strength of Takashi Yanase.