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Shimogamo Shrine is one of the oldest and most important shrines in Japan, located at the confluence of the Kamo and Takano Rivers. Surrounded by the primeval Tadasu no Mori forest, it's a designated UNESCO World Heritage site. It serves as a central location in the anime The Eccentric Family (Uchōten Kazoku), where it is the home of the tanuki Shimogamo family.
Key Information
- Anime: The Eccentric Family
- Admission: Free
- Unique Feature: Tadasu no Mori, an ancient forest surrounding the shrine.
Anime Connection
- The shrine is the home of the main characters.
- The Tadasu no Mori forest is a frequent setting for events in the show.
- Many scenes faithfully depict the shrine's actual buildings and grounds.