Omiya Shrine
大宮神社
Omiya Shrine is a historic site dedicated to Yamato Takeru, rebuilt in the Edo period.
What it is
- Founded in 712, inviting Yamato Takeru from Atsuta Jingu.
- Became the local tutelary deity.
- Designated an imperial prayer site by Emperor Toba.
- Main enshrined deity is Yamato Takeru.
What to see
- Current shrine buildings rebuilt by Tokugawa Yorinobu.
- Shrine grounds cover 20,000 square meters.
When to go
- Omiya Festival is held on the first Saturday of October.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
和歌山県岩出市宮75 Open in Google Maps
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