Located in Richen, Izu Peninsula, Richen Eighteen Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of fertility and prosperity. The shrine is famous for its sacred oak tree, said to have been donated by the samurai Tadakuni Suwa no Miya in 1613. Its architecture reflects the Edo period style, with a wooden torii gate and a traditional honden. As one of the oldest shrines in the Izu Peninsula, Richen Eighteen Shrine is deeply rooted in local culture and tradition.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- Yamato no Okami, Sasayama no Tsuchi-kami
- Coordinates
- 35.1986426, 139.8308567
Visitor tip
Visitors can tie their shoelaces to the sacred oak tree for good luck, a tradition believed to have originated with the samurai Tadakuni Suwa no Miya.
Cultural notes
As a shrine dedicated to fertility and prosperity, Richen Eighteen Shrine is often visited by locals seeking blessings for successful farming or business ventures. The shrine's sacred oak tree is also said to be an important site for purification rituals during the annual Matsuri festival in October.
Historical note
The shrine was established in 1613 during the early Edo period.