賀茂神社

Japanese Name賀茂神社
PrefectureIbaraki
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityGamo
Coordinates36.3939929, 140.3585684

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About this Shrine

Gamo-gu Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Iwaki, Ibaraki Prefecture. Dedicated to the kami of rice and fertility, Gamo-gu Shrine is an important site for agriculture and harvest festivals in the region. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design, with a main hall and several smaller shrines dedicated to various deities. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which include a large temple bell and several scenic hiking trails.

Cultural Significance

Gamo-gu Shrine is associated with the rice goddess, Koshimaya Okami, and is an important site for the annual Iwaki Saisen Matsuri festival, which honors the harvest season. The shrine's architecture features a unique gabled roof, characteristic of traditional Ibaraki Prefecture design.

Enshrined Deities

Gamo Koshimaya Okami

Location

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