A Kotohira shrine dedicated to the protection of seafarers and travelers, combining worship of Okuninushi no Mikoto with elements of Owashi (eagle) veneration. The shrine serves the local community in Kanagawa Prefecture with prayers for safe journeys and prosperity.
- Denomination
- Kotohira
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Okuninushi no Mikoto and Yamato Takeru no Mikoto
- Kami enshrined
- Okuninushi no Mikoto, Yamato Takeru no Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 35.4368639, 139.6286224
Visitor tip
Look for eagle motifs in the shrine's decorative elements, which distinguish it from other Kotohira shrines.
Cultural notes
Kotohira shrines are particularly popular among sailors, fishermen, and travelers seeking protection during journeys. The eagle symbolism adds a layer of protective spiritual power, as eagles are considered messengers of the kami in Shinto belief.
Historical note
This shrine represents the syncretic tradition of Kotohira worship that spread from Shikoku's famous Kotohira-gu throughout Japan during the Edo period. The addition of 'Owashi' (great eagle) to the name suggests local adaptation of the Kotohira cult with indigenous beliefs about protective eagle spirits.