Tourist attraction • Japan, 〒389-2303 Nagano, Shimotakai District, Kijimadaira, Kamikijima, １９７３
Kijimadaira is a small village nestled in the mountains of Nagano Prefecture. It is home to a rare attraction called the Oni's Head Mound. Let us introduce the fascinating tales of mysterious power that have been passed down in this area.
The Oni's Head Mound is said to be the burial site of a demon's head, as its name suggests. Long ago, a ascetic fought with a demon in the mountains and finally severed its head. However, the demon's grudge was so strong that it brought continued misfortune, so it is said to have been buried here for memorial services.
Many mystical stone pagodas stand around the memorial pagoda. These are places where people who wish for children pray. Among them, there is also a statue of the Son-an Kannon holding a cane, which can be seen like a phantom.
Upon proceeding to the mound's depths, one will encounter an ancient cedar. With a diameter of over 3 meters, its unique form, with branches, resembles the appearance of nature's gods. The people of Kijimadaira have always cherished and protected this tree.
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