Isono Shrine

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Isono Shrine
Danjiri crossing the Kamo River


Isono Shrine, also known as Isono Shrine, is a Shinto shrine located in Nakano, Saijo City, Ehime Prefecture. The Engishiki Jinmyocho ranked it as a Myojin Taisha, and now it's a Beppyo shrine under the Association of Shinto Shrines. The shrine's emblem is "Goshoguruma" (御所車).


The shrine is famous for dedicating the largest Matsuri floats during the Saijo Festival (西条祭り). This festival is known for its splendor and takes place in the area. The shrine was formerly known as 'Isonomiya' in the olden days.