Located in the Akita Prefecture, o-Notōmyō Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of rice and fertility. Its architecture reflects the traditional style of Heian-era temples, with a distinctive golden torii gate adorned with sacred symbols. The shrine's primary enshrined deity is Ōnotō no Kami, revered for its role in ensuring bountiful harvests.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ōnotō no Kami
- Kami enshrined
- Ōnotō no Kami, Ume-no-Mori-Kami, Yamabushi-Shin, Otsukimi-Senbei
- Coordinates
- 40.0495215, 140.5877592
Visitor tip
To respect the shrine's sacred atmosphere, please remove your shoes before entering the main hall and refrain from taking photographs within the inner sanctum.
Cultural notes
Ōnotōmyō Shrine is closely associated with the mythology of Ōnotō no Kami, a powerful deity said to have created the first rice. The shrine's spring festival, typically held in late March, features traditional dances and offerings to ensure fertility and prosperity.
Historical note
The shrine was founded during the Kamakura period (1185-1333), making it one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Akita Prefecture.