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 Izumo-taisha (Grand Shrine of Izumo): Situated in Izumo, Shimane prefecture, it is considered the oldest Shintō shrine in Japan and attracts pilgrims throughout the year. Every October, it is believed that all the Shintō gods meet at one of the smaller shrines in the area, leading Izumo to be called Kamiarizuki("Month with Gods") during this period, while the rest of Japan refers to October as Kannazuki ("Month Without Gods").

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