Outagawa no Taisha, a Shinto shrine located in Aomori Prefecture, is dedicated to the kami of Outagawa-no-kami and Tohoku-shinji. The shrine is famous for its beautiful garden and traditional architecture. It is believed that the shrine was founded during the Sengoku period (15th century) as a temple, but was later converted to a Shinto shrine in 1868.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- Outagawa-no-kami, Tohoku-shinji
- Coordinates
- 40.2255962, 140.5847968
Visitor tip
To experience the serene atmosphere of the shrine, visit at dawn or dusk when the garden is most tranquil.
Cultural notes
The shrine is famous for its beautiful garden, which features a large pond and walking paths. It is also notable for its traditional architecture, including a vermilion torii gate and a wooden prayer hall. In Tohoku region's Shinto traditions, the shrine serves as a spiritual center for locals.