Located in the city of Kamakura, within the prefecture of Kanagawa, not to be confused with the Shrine of the same name in Tokyo's Setagaya ward, the Big East Shrine in Kamakura is a lesser-known but still significant Shinto shrine dedicated to Ōkuninushi Okami, known as the god of plagues and epidemics. The shrine was built during the Edo period and features traditional Japanese architecture with a large torii gate.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ōkuninushi Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Ōkuninushi Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.7951371, 139.3241533
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, consider visiting early in the morning or later in the evening.
Cultural notes
This shrine is associated with the legend of Ōkuninushi Okami, who was said to have been born from a woman's body after she had given birth to him. The shrine also hosts an annual Obon festival, which honors the spirits of one's ancestors.
Historical note
Built in the Edo period (1603-1868),