1200 years ago, Kawasaki-shi and parts of Yokohama-shi were called Tachibana county of Musashi country.
Because a venerable Shinto shrine stayed is near my home, I pedaled some leisurely time there.

Nogawa-Shinmeisya Shinto shrine is located next to the Daisan Keihin Expressway, but it is surrounded by huge trees. Excavation of the ruins is still being done on the grounds. The Tachibana Shinto shrine is regarded as the origin of the county name. The Shinto straw festoon here is of an unusual stick form.

There is a modern pair of stone guardian dogs. These were made 130 years ago.

Under the eaves of the shrine front, there are simple but elaborate wooden decorations.