A shrine dedicated to Akiba Daigongen, a syncretic fire deity combining Buddhist and Shinto elements. Originally developed from the worship of Akiba Gongen, this shrine serves the local community's needs for fire protection and prevention of disasters.
- Denomination
- Akiba
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Akiba Daigongen (fire deity)
- Kami enshrined
- Akiba Daigongen
- Coordinates
- 34.2779094, 135.4060852
Visitor tip
Visitors often pray for fire safety and protection from disasters at this shrine.
Cultural notes
Akiba Daigongen represents the syncretic tradition of shinbutsu-shūgō, blending Buddhist and Shinto practices. The deity is particularly revered for protection against fires and is often associated with the famous Akiba Shrine in Shizuoka.