A tower dedicated to Kenro Chijin, the Buddhist-Shinto earth deity who protects the land and ensures stability. This structure represents the syncretic tradition where Buddhist and Shinto practices merged, with Kenro Chijin serving as a guardian of the earth's solidity and agricultural fertility.
- Denomination
- Earth deity worship
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kenro Chijin
- Kami enshrined
- Kenro Chijin
- Coordinates
- 35.4062436, 139.5704191
Visitor tip
This is likely a tower structure rather than a traditional shrine building, so look for a pagoda-like monument dedicated to earth protection.
Cultural notes
Kenro Chijin originates from Buddhist cosmology but became integrated into Japanese folk religion and Shinto practices. The deity is invoked for protection against earthquakes, landslides, and to ensure stable foundations for buildings and agricultural success.