護国神社

Japanese Name護国神社
PrefectureSaitama
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityOkamisanoura
Coordinates35.7611670, 139.3091054

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About this Shrine

Tsurugaoka Hachiman-gu, a Shinto shrine in Kamakura, was the inspiration for Protector Shrine in Tokyo's Setagaya ward, and is said to be enshrined with the spirit of the protector deity for the Imperial family. The shrine is dedicated to the Kami, Okamisanoura Mikoto, who watched over the city from his mountaintop shrine, guiding the city through a period of great turmoil and war. As Japan recovered from the devastating effects of World War II, the shrine was rebuilt on this site in 1961.

Cultural Significance

The shrine is notable for its striking torii gate, which was originally built in Kamakura but rebuilt at this site after World War II. Okamisanoura Mikoto is believed to be the patron deity of the city's residents and travelers passing through.

Enshrined Deities

Okamisanoura Mikoto

Location

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