A temple in Hanyu-cho, Joso, the setting of the Kasanegafuchi legend. It keeps a grave said to be Kasane's and items linked to Yuten Shonin, who laid her spirit to rest.
Legend Site
Hozoji Temple (Kasane's Grave)
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| Encyclopedia | Kasanegafuchi |
|---|---|
| Location | Ibaraki Joso |
| Type of place | Historic site or landmark |
| Map position | Approximate position (Municipality), not the exact place |
A tale of a vengeful spirit set in Hanyu Village, Shimousa Province (today's Joso, Ibaraki Prefecture), in the Edo period. The spirit of Kasane, murdered by her husband, haunted two generations until the high priest Yuten Shonin laid it to rest. It is also known from the rakugo epic Shinkei Kasanegafuchi.