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寺尾社

Japanese Name寺尾社
PrefectureNagano
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityYata-no-kami, Inari Okami
Official SiteVisit website →
Coordinates35.3798105, 137.7880386

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About this Shrine

Located in the heart of Japanese Alps, Omigata Jisha is a Shinto shrine dedicated to various kami, particularly Yata-no-kami and Inari Okami. The shrine's architecture reflects its Heian period origins with a main hall featuring a hipped roof and wooden columns. Visitors can explore the shrine's gardens, which showcase traditional Japanese landscaping and stone lanterns.

Cultural Significance

Yata-no-kami, a kami associated with the sea and navigation, is believed to have been enshrined at Omigata Jisha due to its strategic location on Lake Suwa. The shrine also hosts an annual autumn festival to honor Inari Okami, the patron deity of rice and fertility.

Enshrined Deities

Yata-no-kami Inari Okami

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

For a unique experience, visit Omigata Jisha during the autumn foliage season to witness the vibrant colors of the surrounding mountains.

History

The shrine was originally built in the Heian period (794-1185 CE), during the reign of Emperor Ichijō

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