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大国主神社

Japanese Name大国主神社
PrefectureChiba
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityŌya no Kami
Coordinates35.5011661, 140.2943376

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About this Shrine

The Oiwa no Tora Shrine, located in the city of Funabashi in Chiba Prefecture, is dedicated to the Shinto deity Ōinoo Hikoboshi, also known as Ōya no Kami or Ōkuninushi. This shrine is famous for its beautiful architecture and rich history, which dates back to the Edo period. According to legend, Ōya no Kami was said to be a kami who controlled the rivers and waterways of the area.

Cultural Significance

The Oiwa no Tora Shrine is famous for its beautiful weeping willow trees, which are said to be possessed by the spirit of Ōya no Kami's sister. According to legend, when Ōinoo Hikoboshi goes to visit his wife every year on the seventh day of the seventh month, a rope connects the two worlds and allows them to meet briefly. The weeping willow trees are said to be a symbol of this connection.

Enshrined Deities

Ōinoo Hikoboshi Ōya no Kami Ōkuninushi

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

To make an offering to the kami, it's best to arrive at the shrine during the evening, when the sun is setting over the Sumida River. Bring a packet of rice or sake as an offering to Ōya no Kami.

History

The shrine was built in 1854 during the late Edo period.

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