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Konosu · Shrines & temples
鴻神社
鴻巣の地名の由来になった「こうのとり伝説」の神社。子授け・安産のお参りに訪れる人が多い神社です。
Basic information
- Address
- 埼玉県鴻巣市本宮町1-9
- Nearest station
- about 400 m from 鴻巣 Station (JR高崎線)
Straight-line distance. Check the route for actual travel. - By train or bus
- JR高崎線 鴻巣駅東口から徒歩約8分
Checked on the official page as of 2026/11/09. Details may have changed, so please check the official page before you go.
Parking at 鴻神社
- Parking
- Yes
- Notes
- 参拝者専用駐車場あり。混雑時には利用できない場合あり
Checked on the official page as of 2026/11/09. On event days, the lot may fill up or temporary parking may be used.
Map
Events here
- 2026Fri, Dec 4
Kouno Shrine Tori-no-Ichi Festival
The traditional December Tori-no-Ichi fair held at Kouno Shrine. Various events take place on the shrine grounds, where auspicious decorated bamboo rakes (kumade) of all sizes are sold amidst energetic vendor calls and rhythmic ceremonial hand-clapping.
Nearby places
Official information
For rain plans, details and official flyers, check the official website for the latest information (in Japanese).