Miwa Shrine (Fukusato, Setouchi)
美和神社
A historic village shrine in Okayama dedicated to Omononushi-no-mikoto and modeled after the famous Omiwa Shrine in Nara.
What it is
- A village shrine dedicated to the deity Omononushi-no-mikoto.
- The current structure was re-established in 1749.
- It was reportedly invited from the famous Omiwa Shrine in Nara Prefecture.
- It is also known by the name Miwa Daimyojin.
What to see
- A historic site listed as a candidate for a minor Shikinaisha shrine.
- Traditional architecture reflecting its status as a designated village shrine.
In detail
Miwa Shrine, also known as Miwa Daimyōjin, is located in Fukusato, Setouchi, Okayama Prefecture. The enshrined deity is Ōmononushi-no-mikoto. This shrine was reportedly invited from Ōmiwa Shrine in Nara Prefecture.
Historically, it holds the shrine rank of a village shrine. It was re-established in 1749. While it was once considered a candidate for a Shikinaisha (minor shrine), it was designated as a Shikigai-sha (non-Shikinaisha) during the Meiji era. The Enki-shiki Jinmyōchō lists its divine rank as Junior Third Rank.
Text: Written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia. Reproduced unchanged. The notes above were written from that text by Japan Gems.
Where it is
岡山県瀬戸内市長船町福里341 Open in Google Maps
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