Mount Mōri Shrine, located in Odawara, Kanagawa Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deity known as Mōri no Okami, a kami associated with mountains and forests. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as a sacred site for local samurai, who revered it as a symbol of their family's ancestral heritage.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Mori no Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Mori no Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.4271047, 139.457233
Visitor tip
Visitors can climb to the shrine's summit, which offers panoramic views of Odawara Castle Park, or explore the surrounding forest to spot local wildlife.
Cultural notes
Mount Mōri Shrine is associated with the mythology of the 'Mountain Spirit' (yamabushi), a powerful deity said to reside in the mountains. The shrine also hosts an annual autumn festival (kanashibari matsuri) to honor the patron kami and celebrate the harvest season.
Historical note
Founded during the Muromachi period (14th century), Mount Mōri Shrine has been an important center for Shinto worship and local rituals.