A–Z directory

宇氣比神社

Ukehi Shrine

Japanese Name宇氣比神社
English NameUkehi Shrine
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityDeity associated with oaths and divination
TypeShinto Shrine
Coordinates34.8772751, 136.5889179

⛩ AI-enriched content

About this Shrine

A Shinto shrine dedicated to the concept of ukehi, the ancient practice of ritual divination and oath-making that played an important role in Japanese mythology and religious practice.

Cultural Significance

The name 'ukehi' refers to a form of ritual challenge or oath-making found in Japanese mythology, most famously between the deities Amaterasu and Susanoo in the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki chronicles.

More info

This shrine is dedicated to Ukemochi-no-Kami, the Shinto deity of food, agriculture, and sustenance, making it a sacred place where visitors pray for bountiful harvests and food security. Worshippers come to seek blessings for agricultural prosperity, successful business ventures related to food production, and gratitude for the nourishment that sustains daily life. The shrine serves as an important spiritual center for farmers and those in food-related industries who wish to honor the divine forces that provide abundance and fertility to the land.

Visitor-oriented summary; please verify important details before travel or citation.

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

This shrine offers insight into one of the more esoteric aspects of Shinto religious practice related to divination and oath-making.

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.