Ōshima & Okitsushima Shrine
大嶋神社奥津嶋神社
Two ancient shrines, one with an important statue, celebrating with spring festivals.
What it is
- Two Shikinaisha shrines: Oshima Shrine and Okitsushima Shrine.
- Oshima Shrine enshrines Okuninushi-no-kami.
- Okitsushima Shrine enshrines Okitsushimahime-no-mikoto.
- Relocated to its current site before 1361.
What to see
- Wooden seated statue of Okuninushi-no-mikoto.
- This statue is a National Important Cultural Property.
When to go
- Torch Festival is held on April 17th.
- Annual Festival is held on April 18th.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
滋賀県近江八幡市北津田町529 Open in Google Maps
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