Eightrei-oki no Kami, a Shinto kami enshrined at the Eightrei-oki Shrine in Ibaraki Prefecture, is believed to be the god of fertility and prosperity for rice fields. Located near a former saltworks, the shrine's proximity to waterways may have influenced its association with agriculture. The shrine's architecture reflects local influences from the Kamakura period, with a wooden torii gate and earthen temple buildings.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Eightrei-oki no Kami
- Kami enshrined
- Fertility god, god of prosperity for rice fields
- Coordinates
- 35.7210974, 140.6680545
Visitor tip
Arrive early to witness the sunrise, which is said to bring good luck for farming and agriculture.
Cultural notes
In Ibaraki Prefecture, Eightrei-oki no Kami is revered as an important kami for rice farmers. During the spring festival, locals offer salt and sake to purify their fields of pests and disease.
Historical note
The Eightrei-oki Shrine was first mentioned in historical records during the Edo period.