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Higurashi: When They Cry - GOUFurude Shrine (Shirakawa Hachiman Shrine)
古手神社
About this spot
The Shirakawa Hachiman Shrine in Shirakawa-go serves as the model for the Furude Shrine, which is central to the Higurashi storyline. This sacred location is where many of the series' supernatural events originate and where the Watanagashi Festival takes place.
Access
Take Nohi Bus to Shirakawa-go, then 5-minute walk from bus stop
Featured in 1 anime
- Higurashi: When They Cry - GOU
Featured prominently in festival scenes and supernatural sequences throughout GOU, including Rika's prayers and the mysterious events surrounding the shrine's history.
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Morning for peaceful atmosphere
Moderate
Respectful photography allowed, avoid flash inside shrine
Summer festivals may recreate Watanagashi atmosphere
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