Located in Osaka Prefecture, the Shrine of Izumo no Okami in Kuruno, Okayama Prefecture is believed to have an indirect connection to the Shukubo no Sukusanoyahime Shrine in Osaka. This Shinto shrine honors Sukusananoya-no-kami, a legendary figure associated with women's fertility and childbirth, as well as various kami such as Kusuo-yahime, the storm god and protector of children.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- Sukusananoya-no-kami, Kusuo-yahime
- Coordinates
- 34.7567388, 135.3792846
Visitor tip
Visitors can take a moment to pray for good fortune by tossing coins into the designated coin boxes while walking through the shrine's gates.
Cultural notes
The shrine is famous for its beautiful stone lanterns, which are believed to bring blessings of good luck and protection. During the Setsubun festival in February, visitors can participate in a ritual called 'tsukumogami' to ward off evil spirits.
Historical note
Established during the Edo period (1603-1867),