Located in the town of Ōgawara, Gunma Prefecture, 甲波宿禰神社 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deity Odo no Okami, a kami associated with the sea and navigation. The shrine's architecture reflects its origins as a waystation for travelers, with a traditional gyo-den entrance hall and a large torii gate.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Odo no Okami
- 祀られている神
- Odo no Okami
- 座標
- 36.5465715, 138.9274299
参拝のヒント
To respect the shrine's tradition of hospitality, visitors are encouraged to bring a gift of sake or tea to leave at the shrine, and then accept an equivalent offering from the shrine staff.
文化的背景
As a shrine associated with sea travel, 甲波宿禰神社 is often visited by fishermen and sailors seeking the kami's blessings for safe passage. The shrine also hosts a annual Sea Goddess Festival (Umi no Okami Matsuri) in October to celebrate its patron deity.
歴史
The shrine was built in 1612 during the Edo period to serve as a rest stop for travelers on the Nakasendo trail.