小台天祖神社

Japanese Name小台天祖神社
PrefectureIbaraki
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityOkutai no Kami
Coordinates35.7559672, 139.7600237

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About this Shrine

Located in the town of Sakura, Ibaraki Prefecture, Okutai Tenmusu Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of agriculture and prosperity, Okutai no Kami. The shrine is situated near a historic road, Tōkaidō, which connects Edo (modern-day Tokyo) with Kyoto. As a result, the shrine has been visited by many notable figures in Japanese history, including the Tokugawa shoguns.

Cultural Significance

Okutai Tenmusu Shrine is associated with the mythology of the god Okutai no Kami, who was said to reside in a cave nearby. The shrine also hosts an annual autumn festival, where visitors can enjoy traditional food and drinks, such as sake and local specialties like ningyō, small dolls often served at Shinto shrines.

Enshrined Deities

Okutai no Kami

Location

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