This shrine is dedicated to Uga-jin (宇賀神), a syncretic deity combining elements of the Buddhist Benzaiten and Shinto Inari, traditionally associated with prosperity, agriculture, and good fortune. Visitors come to pray for abundant harvests, business success, and financial stability, as Uga-jin is believed to bring material blessings and protect against poverty. The shrine represents the unique blend of Buddhist and Shinto traditions that characterizes many folk religious sites throughout rural Japan.
- Religion
- shinto
- Coordinates
- 37.504647, 139.9537621