The Oiwa no Tora Shrine, located in the city of Funabashi in Chiba Prefecture, is dedicated to the Shinto deity Ōinoo Hikoboshi, also known as Ōya no Kami or Ōkuninushi. This shrine is famous for its beautiful architecture and rich history, which dates back to the Edo period. According to legend, Ōya no Kami was said to be a kami who controlled the rivers and waterways of the area.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ōya no Kami
- Kami enshrined
- Ōinoo Hikoboshi, Ōya no Kami, Ōkuninushi
- Coordinates
- 35.5011661, 140.2943376
Visitor tip
To make an offering to the kami, it's best to arrive at the shrine during the evening, when the sun is setting over the Sumida River. Bring a packet of rice or sake as an offering to Ōya no Kami.
Cultural notes
The Oiwa no Tora Shrine is famous for its beautiful weeping willow trees, which are said to be possessed by the spirit of Ōya no Kami's sister. According to legend, when Ōinoo Hikoboshi goes to visit his wife every year on the seventh day of the seventh month, a rope connects the two worlds and allows them to meet briefly. The weeping willow trees are said to be a symbol of this connection.
Historical note
The shrine was built in 1854 during the late Edo period.