Located on the western coast of Honshu, Shitennō-ji is one of Japan's oldest and most famous Buddhist temples, founded in 578 AD. Dedicated to Rāmen Chōrei no Okuninushi, it showcases a mix of Chinese and Japanese architectural styles.
- Religion
- shinto
- Coordinates
- 34.2874224, 132.7399775
Visitor tip
Take a moment to appreciate the serene gardens and tranquil atmosphere before exploring the temple's many treasures.
Cultural notes
This Shinto shrine honors Ōkuninushi, a kami associated with storms, fertility, and prosperity. It is said that Ōkuninushi was the brother of Susanoo-no-Mikoto and the husband of Amaterasu, making him one of the most important deities in Japanese mythology.