Hie Shrine

What it is

• Also called Tabata Hie Shrine.
• Founded in 1624 by Saito-bo of Jodai-ji.
• Dedicated to the deity Oyamakui-no-kami.
• The divine body is a Koshin-to stupa.

What to see

• A distinctive Sanno-torii gate.
• The main hall behind the worship hall.

Getting there

• 9-minute walk from JR Tabata Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.