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Katori Kaname-ishi

Chiba · Katori · Shrines & Temples

Japanese name: 香取神宮の要石

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Katori Kaname-ishi
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WHAT TO DOKatori Kaname-ishi

It is said to connect underground with the kaname-ishi at Kashima, pinning down the tail of the giant catfish.

WHEREChiba

Hokuso · Katori

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It is said to connect underground with the kaname-ishi at Kashima, pinning down the tail of the giant catfish.

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