Located in the prefecture of Ibaraki, the Shrine of the seated Buddha (地蔵菩薩立像) is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the Buddhist deity Fudo Myo-o, who is revered as the founder of the Ibaraki region. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical roots in Buddhism, with a wooden hall housing a large stone statue of the seated Buddha. Despite being a Shinto shrine, it has strong connections to local folklore and traditions.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Fudo Myo-o
- Kami enshrined
- Fudo Myo-o
- Coordinates
- 35.7139195, 139.8157465
Visitor tip
Visitors can make an offering of coins to the shrine's Fudo Myo-o statue for good luck, prosperity, and protection from natural disasters.
Cultural notes
In Ibaraki folklore, Fudo Myo-o is associated with the region's rich agricultural land. The shrine's statue is said to embody the Buddha's power to purify and protect the community.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built during the Nara period (710-794 CE) as a Buddhist temple.