Located in the Japanese prefecture of Nagano, 御嶽神社 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deity Ōyashiro-sama, the goddess of childbirth and fertility. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design, with a tiled roof and vermilion accents, typical of the region's style during the Edo period. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which include a sacred pond and several ancestral graves.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ōyashiro
- Kami enshrined
- Ōyashiro-sama
- Coordinates
- 35.9495612, 137.7931847
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine during the annual Ōyashiro Matsuri festival in June to witness traditional dances and offerings to honor the goddess of childbirth.
Cultural notes
Ōyashiro-sama is also revered for her association with fertility and agriculture, reflecting the importance of these aspects in rural Japanese culture. In Nagano Prefecture, the shrine is believed to be a sacred site for locals seeking blessings for healthy births and successful harvests.