Located in the city of Omi, Shiga Prefecture, Bukekoku Nakatama-ji Shrine is dedicated to the middle god of Buke Province, Bokugotsutsu-no-Kami, who was worshipped as a protector deity for the province. The shrine complex includes a wooden torii gate and several buildings from the Edo period, showcasing traditional Japanese architecture.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Bokugotsutsu-no-Kami
- Kami enshrined
- Bokugotsutsu-no-Kami, Other kami
- Coordinates
- 35.0237818, 135.7849723
Visitor tip
To avoid long wait times, visitors are advised to arrive early in the morning or later in the evening when possible.
Cultural notes
As a shrine dedicated to a kami of a former province, Bukekoku Nakatama-ji Shrine is an important cultural and historical site for understanding Japan's regional Shinto traditions. The shrine also hosts the annual Omi Matsuri festival, which celebrates the region's heritage and honors the local deities.
Historical note
Founded during the Heian period (794-1185 CE), Bukekoku Nakatama-ji Shrine has been an important Shinto site in the region for centuries.