Ōma Shrine
大馬神社
Ancient shrine with a UNESCO World Heritage rock formation as its guardians.
What it is
- Shrine dedicated to 11 deities.
- Origin attributed to Sakanoue Tamuramaro.
- Has a satomiya (village shrine) at its base.
What to see
- Shishiiwa (Lion Rock) serves as guardian dogs.
- Shishiiwa is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Sacred grove is a city-designated natural monument.
When to go
- See the Yumi-hiki Shinji (bow-pulling ritual).
Getting there
- 20-minute drive from JR Kumanoshi Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
三重県熊野市井戸町4333 Open in Google Maps
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