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乙劔神社

Ototsurugi Jinja Shrine

Japanese Name乙劔神社
English NameOtotsurugi Jinja Shrine
Prefecture石川県
City白山市
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityŌtsūrugi-gami
Coordinates36.4835355, 136.6163882

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About this Shrine

Ototsurugi Jinja Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Kasugayama-cho, Kamikita Ward, Matsusaka City, Mie Prefecture, not white city, but close to it. It enshrines the god Ototsurugi-no-kami, also known as Ōtsūrugi-gami, a deity of archery and war. The shrine's architecture is typical of a late Heian period (11th-12th century) shrine, with a honden and several smaller shrines dedicated to other kami.

Cultural Significance

Ototsurugi-gami is often depicted with a bow and arrow. The shrine hosts an annual 'Ōtsūrugi-matsuri' festival in November to honor the deity of archery, where participants compete in archery contests and traditional games.

Enshrined Deities

Ōtsūrugi-gami

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

To avoid waiting in line, visit Ototsurugi Jinja Shrine early in the morning or just after sunset.

History

The shrine was founded in the early Heian period (794-1185 CE), during the reign of Emperor Saga.

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