Otsukimi Shrine, dedicated to the kami of good fortune and prosperity, is located in Iwatsuki, Saitama Prefecture. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance during the Edo period, with a traditional Japanese-style gatehouse and a hall that houses the main shrine building. Visitors can experience the shrine's tranquil atmosphere while exploring the surrounding park.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Otsukimi
- Kami enshrined
- Otsukimi, no, kami
- Coordinates
- 35.8772589, 139.4282135
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit during cherry blossom season (late March to early April) and take a stroll through the adjacent park.
Cultural notes
Otsukimi Shrine is associated with the Shinto god of good fortune and prosperity, Otsukimi no kami. The shrine is also famous for its 'good luck' coin toss ceremony, where visitors pay 1 yen to toss coins into a sacred well for a wish.
Historical note
The shrine was built in 1763 by Tokugawa Ienobu, the fifth son of Tokugawa Iemochi, as a humble family shrine.