Bigawa Oe-jinja Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Bigawa, Hyogo Prefecture. The shrine is famous for its unique architecture and its connection to the legendary samurai Okinaga Sadamune, who built the main hall in 1615. Today, visitors can still see the original wooden structure, which has been preserved and restored over the centuries.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Okinaga-san
- Kami enshrined
- Okinaga Sadamune, God of War, Fertility
- Coordinates
- 34.7247173, 134.8769409
Visitor tip
For a more immersive experience, try visiting during the Bigawa Oe-jinja Shrine's annual spring festival, where you can see traditional performances and participate in the shrine's purification rituals.
Cultural notes
This shrine is dedicated to several kami, including Okinaga Sadamune himself, as well as the Shinto god of war and fertility. The shrine's architecture is a unique blend of traditional Japanese and Western influences, reflecting its history as a military shrine.
Historical note
Built by Okinaga Sadamune in 1615 during the Edo period.