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原畑薬師寺

Japanese Name原畑薬師寺
PrefectureShimane
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityO-nami
Coordinates34.2816442, 132.7162960

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About this Shrine

Originally established as a Buddhist temple in the Heian period, the original pharmacist deity (Usunomiya O-nami) was transferred to this shrine in 1869. Today, the shrine is dedicated to the kami of health and medicine, with a focus on preventing illnesses through good hygiene practices. The shrine's name is derived from its location near a well known for its medicinal properties.

Cultural Significance

This shrine is associated with the mythology of a pharmacist kami, said to have the power to heal illnesses through medical knowledge. The shrine also hosts an annual spring festival (Matsuri) to promote health and hygiene practices.

Enshrined Deities

O-nami

Location

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  • Religion: Shinto

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Don't forget to purify your hands at the temizuya water basin before performing rituals or prayers.

History

Transferred deity from Buddhist temple in 1869.

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