御霊神社

Japanese Name御霊神社
PrefectureShizuoka
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityIshizaka no Kami
Coordinates34.7808854, 138.1100965

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About this Shrine

The Ōreiji Jinja is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Shimoda, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the oldest shrines on the Izu Peninsula and has been an important site for the local community for centuries. The shrine's name, Ōreiji, means "Great God Shrine" or "Shrine of the Great God", and it is dedicated to the worship of a number of kami, including those associated with agriculture, fertility, and protection.

Cultural Significance

Ōreiji Jinja is closely tied to the mythology of the Izu Peninsula, where it is said that the kami created humans from bamboo shoots. The shrine also hosts an annual festival in October to celebrate the harvest season.

Enshrined Deities

Ishizaka no Kami

Location

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