Located in Tokyo's Adachi Ward, Ōsawa-jinja Shrine is one of the city's oldest shrines, dating back to the Edo period (1603-1867). Dedicated to the kami Ōsawa no Okami, the shrine is famous for its majestic gates and traditional architecture. The shrine complex features several buildings, including a torii gate that dates back to 1626.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Ōsawa no Okami
- 祀られている神
- Ōsawa no Okami, Tengu no Kami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit at dawn or dusk when possible, as this is considered an auspicious time for photos.
文化的背景
Ōsawa-jinja Shrine is known for its unique 'hanging lantern' festival, where thousands of colorful lanterns are displayed along the Kinokawa River. This event is believed to be connected to the shrine's patron deity, Ōsawa no Okami.
歴史
Founded during the Edo period in 1615.