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Omizu Shrine

御水神社

Omizu Jinja

Fukushima

A Shinto shrine in Fukushima Prefecture dedicated to water deities, reflecting the important role of water worship in Japanese spiritual tradition.

Denomination
Water deity worship
Religion
shinto
Enshrined kami
Water deity
Kami enshrined
Water deity
Coordinates
37.444525, 139.9041409

Visitor tip

Look for sacred water features or springs that may be present at the shrine grounds.

Cultural notes

Water deity shrines are common throughout Japan, often established near important water sources and reflecting ancient beliefs about the sacred nature of water in agriculture and daily life.

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