Located in the town of Tomobe, Ibaraki Prefecture, Yokozegi Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of rice and prosperity. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design, with a main hall featuring a tiled roof and sliding doors. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which include several shrines and shrines associated with rice farming.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Sakari-no-Mitama
- Kami enshrined
- Sakari-no-Mitama, Tsuchi no Kagami
- Coordinates
- 35.8019614, 139.7030162
Visitor tip
To show respect for the shrine's rice-themed traditions, visitors should not take or eat any of the offerings placed at the shrine entrances.
Cultural notes
Yokozegi Shrine is associated with the rice god, Sakari-no-Mitama, and is said to possess spiritual powers that ensure bountiful harvests. During the Obon festival, which honors the spirits of one's ancestors, visitors can participate in traditional rice-throwing ceremonies.
Historical note
Founded in 1678 during the Edo period, Yokozegi Shrine was originally known as 'Tsuchi no Kagami' and enshrined a kami called 'Sakari-no-Mitama'.