The Kamo River flows through the town of Hikone, where the Upper Country Five Deities Shrine is located, paying homage to the region's connection with the gods. This Shinto shrine has a rich history dating back to the Heian period (794-1185 CE).
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Kamo-no-Otohime
- 祀られている神
- Otohime, Fujin, Benzai-ten, Ōgami Hachiman, Ō-ya-tsu-mi-naru
- 座標
- 35.0238408, 135.7849974
参拝のヒント
Visit during cherry blossom season for stunning views of the river and surrounding landscape.
文化的背景
The Upper Country Five Deities Shrine is associated with the region's patron kami, Kamo-no-Otohime. The shrine complex features a unique five-story pagoda, which represents the five gods enshrined within. During the annual Hikone River Festival, locals honor the kami and celebrate the abundance of the river.