located in the city of Okitsu, in the Shizuoka Prefecture, 妙瀧大善神 shrine is dedicated to the kami of prosperity and good fortune. The shrine's current architecture is from the Edo period, with a traditional Japanese garden featuring beautiful bonsai trees. In the region, the primary kami enshrined here is 'Oyasato no Okami'.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Oyasato no Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Oyasato no Okami
- Coordinates
- 34.9733701, 139.0935677
Visitor tip
To appreciate the shrine's garden, visit during cherry blossom season or autumn foliage.
Cultural notes
The region is famous for its production of Japanese knotwork art, which is often used in shrine decorations. The kami of 'Oyasato no Okami' is believed to protect the town from disasters and misfortune.
Historical note
Established in the Kamakura period (1185-1333),