波自加彌神社 is a Shinto shrine located in Toyama Prefecture, dedicated to the worship of Okami, a Shinto deity associated with storms and fertility. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period, with a distinctive red tiled roof and a large torii gate. Visitors can experience the serene atmosphere of the shrine's gardens and enjoy traditional sweets and tea at the on-site café.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Okami
- Coordinates
- 36.6340346, 136.7148812
Visitor tip
To enhance your visit, attend a festival at the shrine during the rainy season, when Okami is believed to manifest as a storm, and pray for good harvests and fertility.
Cultural notes
The shrine's architecture is influenced by Heian-style temples, while its kami is associated with the mythological creature of the same name, said to have been a fierce storm deity. The shrine is also famous for its traditional sweets, such as the 'tsuyazakura' cherry blossom cake.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in the Edo period, during the reign of Tokugawa Iemitsu.