Kumano Koutai Shrine (the inner shrine of Ise Shrine)

Nationally rare shrine located on the border between prefectures Located at an elevation of 1200 m above the summit of Usui Pass, this ancient shrine is called "Kumano Koutai Shrine" on the Nagano Prefecture side and "Kumano Shrine" on the Gunma Prefecture side, and was built by Yamatotakeru. It is designated as a special shrine in Shinano-kuni. The shina tree, more than 1,000 years old, has long been worshipped as a sacred tree for good luck and matchmaking.