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WHY VISIT
Legend holds that Nagata Shrine was established in AD 201, giving it an ancient lineage. It houses a massive sacred camphor tree, long revered by the local community. In modern times, it has gained pop‐culture fame: it appears in “Alice in Borderland” Season 3 as the setting for a game involving “omikuji” (fortune slips), becoming a pilgrimage spot for fans.
Giant Sacred Camphor Tree
With a trunk circumference of ~5 m and height around 30 m, this camphor tree is an iconic object of reverence at the shrine.
Location of Alice in Borderland
Featured in Netflix’s “Alice in Borderland” Season 3 as the venue for a fortune‑slip (“omikuji”) game. The shrine serves as an important narrative location.
Traditional Tsuina Ceremony (Setsubun)
A Tsuina ritual dating from the Muromachi period: demons swing torches to burn away misfortune, and worshippers receive the ash for purification.
PHOTOGRAPHY GUIDE
BEST SHOTS
- — Frontal shot of the red torii and main hall
- — Looking up at the giant camphor tree
- — Evening view of the gate and shrine atmosphere from outside
BEST TIMING
- — During the Tsuina ceremony in early February (Setsubun)
- — Autumn evenings, when the light filters through the trees
- — Nighttime, especially if there are special events
ESSENTIALS
- Opening Hours
- Worship allowed at any time (office: 9:00–16:00)
- cost
- Free to visit. Goshuin (shrine stamp) costs 500 yen (several types).
- Best Time
- Especially atmospheric during the February Setsubun Tsuina ceremony or in the autumn evenings.
- Suggested Duration
- About 30 min
- Access
- About a 5‑minute walk from Nagata Station (subway) or Kosoku‑Nagata Station.
City buses (lines 3, 4, 17) stop at “Nagata Shrine‑mae.” - Accessibility
- The grounds are relatively flat and walkable, but it can be crowded during peak times or events.
