A–Z directory

矢刺神社

Japanese Name矢刺神社
PrefectureOsaka
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityTomi-no-Osoko-yasukuni
Coordinates34.4184047, 135.6733828

⛩ AI-enriched content

About this Shrine

Located in the heart of Osaka, Tomi no Yasukuni Jinja is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Tomi-no-Osoko-yasukuni, the kami associated with merchants and traders. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period style, with a simple and elegant design that belies its rich history. As one of the oldest shrines in Osaka, Tomi no Yasukuni Jinja has played an important role in the city's commercial and cultural development.

Cultural Significance

In addition to its commercial associations, Tomi no Yasukuni Jinja is also connected to the local folklore of Osaka. According to legend, the shrine's kami was responsible for protecting merchants and traders from disease and misfortune during the Golden Age of the Nanboku-chō period.

Enshrined Deities

Tomi-no-Osoko-yasukuni

Location

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors

Spot an error?

This shrine data is sourced from OpenStreetMap. You can submit a correction or edit it on OpenStreetMap.

Shrine data © OpenStreetMap contributors, under the Open Database License.

Browse shrines by prefecture

Jump to Shinto shrines across Japan — 108 prefectures in our directory.

Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

To fully appreciate the shrine's architecture, try visiting early in the morning or late in the evening when the sunlight casts long shadows across the grounds.

History

The shrine was originally built during the Nara period as a memorial for Emperor Saga's wife, who was said to have been buried there. Over time, it evolved into a shrine dedicated to Tomi-no-Osoko-yasukuni.

A-Z Creatures
Learn Japanese

Japanese Culture Network

Japanese Wood Joints

Ancient joinery techniques of Japanese master craftsmen

ShrinePuzzle

Directory of Japanese board games and traditional games

Kohibou

Japanese coffee culture — kissaten, third wave and brewing guides

E2Japan

Explore Japan's landmarks, shrines and hidden locations

The 725 Club

SNES and Super Famicom collection tracker

Spaceship Adventures

Hoshi no Isan — a Japanese-aesthetic space RPG in development

Uptown Zero

Pixel art life sim MMO — start at zero, build your life

Book Fairy Tales

AI-powered educational stories for kids

CSSKitsune

Japanese-aesthetic design tokens & AI-ready UI prompts

Shinto Wisdom app icon
Free App · No Ads · Offline

Shinto Wisdom Daily Practice

by 10k Game Studio

Every day, one teaching. One moment of stillness.
Kanji, meaning, and a quiet reflection — rooted in the philosophy behind Japan's forests, seasons, and sacred silences.

結び Musubi 清め Harae 自然 Shizen 間 Ma 誠 Makoto + 45 more
Get it on Google Play

Explore 297+ yōkai, oni, kami, and spirits — plus one of the largest English-language Shinto shrine directories on the web.

Explore
Popular Yokai
Popular Shrines

Content Warning: This website explores Japanese folklore and mythological beings—including yokai, oni, and other supernatural entities—that may be frightening to younger audiences or sensitive viewers. All material is presented for educational and cultural appreciation only. Viewer discretion is advised.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to preview content before sharing it with children. By continuing to use JapaneseMythicalCreatures.com, you acknowledge and accept this advisory.

Copyright © 2026 Japanese Mythical Creatures • All Rights Reserved.