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お不動様

Japanese Nameお不動様
PrefectureAkita
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityŌnotō no Kami
Coordinates40.0495215, 140.5877592

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About this Shrine

Located in the Akita Prefecture, o-Notōmyō Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of rice and fertility. Its architecture reflects the traditional style of Heian-era temples, with a distinctive golden torii gate adorned with sacred symbols. The shrine's primary enshrined deity is Ōnotō no Kami, revered for its role in ensuring bountiful harvests.

Cultural Significance

Ōnotōmyō Shrine is closely associated with the mythology of Ōnotō no Kami, a powerful deity said to have created the first rice. The shrine's spring festival, typically held in late March, features traditional dances and offerings to ensure fertility and prosperity.

Enshrined Deities

Ōnotō no Kami Ume-no-Mori-Kami Yamabushi-Shin Otsukimi-Senbei

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

To respect the shrine's sacred atmosphere, please remove your shoes before entering the main hall and refrain from taking photographs within the inner sanctum.

History

The shrine was founded during the Kamakura period (1185-1333), making it one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Akita Prefecture.

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