Iwatsuta Shrine
石津太神社
Japan's oldest Ebisu shrine, Iwatsuta Shrine offers a glimpse into ancient deities and Edo-period architecture.
What it is
- Claims to be Japan's oldest Ebisu shrine.
- Dedicated to Hiruko-no-mikoto and other deities.
- Formerly ranked as a village shrine.
What to see
- Main hall built in the early Edo period.
- Northern hall enshrines Hiruko-no-mikoto.
- Southern hall enshrines Takenaminakatatomimikoto and Amaterasu-Omikami.
When to go
- Yassai Hossai Festival on December 14th.
- Festival includes a fire ritual.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
大阪府堺市西区浜寺石津町中4丁12-7 Open in Google Maps
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