White Mantis Shrine, dedicated to the Shinto deity Ōyamatsumi, is located in the town of Hitachi, Ibaraki Prefecture. The shrine's primary enshrined kami is Ōyamatsumi-no-kami, a deity associated with prosperity, good fortune, and maritime safety. Visitors can experience the shrine's rustic charm while admiring its traditional architecture, which features a haniwa stone statue and a sacred torii gate.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ōyamatsumi-no-kami
- Kami enshrined
- Ōyamatsumi-no-kami
- Coordinates
- 36.2573521, 140.5180403
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine's adjacent Hitachi Museum to learn more about Ōyamatsumi-no-kami and the history of the shrine.
Cultural notes
Ōyamatsumi-no-kami is often invoked for protection against storms at sea. The shrine also hosts an annual festival in July, which features traditional dances, music, and offerings to the deity.
Historical note
Founded in 1889, after Ōyamatsumi-no-kami was declared a Shinto deity in recognition of his role as a guardian of the city of Hitachi.