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Tsubaki-Otaisha (Tsubaki-O Grand Shrine)

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Tsubaki-Otaisha (Tsubaki-O Grand Shrine)

〒519-0315 三重県鈴鹿市山本町1871

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A Shikinaisha (shrine listed in the Engishiki) located in Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture, regarded as the head shrine for those enshrining Sarutahiko Okami. It is the third most visited shrine in Mie Prefecture, after Ise Jingu and Ninomiya Kotama Shrine.

History

According to shrine tradition, its origins date to the 27th year of Emperor Suinin, when a divine oracle instructed Yamato-hime-no-Mikoto to construct a shrine near the tomb of Sarutahiko Okami, initially named 'Michiwake Okami no Ya'. During the medieval period, it became a center for Shugendo (mountain asceticism). In 1935, it was designated as the head shrine, 'Chiji Sarutahiko Daihonmiya,' for approximately 2,000 shrines across Japan that enshrine Sarutahiko Okami. It is also considered the birthplace of the Shishi-mai (lion dance).

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What visitors say

This shrine is impressive for its large vermilion torii gates. The lush grounds are surrounded by nature, filled with quiet and pure air. The expansive precincts offer many sights, including waterfalls and power spots such as the Mikoshi Iwase (rock altar for the sacred boat). There is a free parking lot, and services for Omikuji (fortune slips) and Goshuin (calligraphic seal stamps) are available.

Opening hours

  • Monday: 5:00 – 18:00
  • Tuesday: 5:00 – 18:00
  • Wednesday: 5:00 – 18:00
  • Thursday: 5:00 – 18:00
  • Friday: 5:00 – 18:00
  • Saturday: 5:00 – 18:00
  • Sunday: 5:00 – 18:00

Annual events & festivals

  • January 1 onwardHatsumode (first shrine visit of the year)

    The head shrine of all Sarutahiko shrines in Japan, enshrining the 'Kami of Guidance'.

    As the head shrine of all Sarutahiko shrines in Japan, it is revered as the deity of guidance and traffic safety. The grounds in Suzuka are bustling with visitors during the New Year visits.

    Highlights
    • Sarutahiko Daihonmiya (Head Grand Shrine of Sarutahiko)
    • Guidance and traffic safety
    • Suzuka no Mori (Suzuka Forest)
    See details on the official site ›
  • October 11Reidaisai (annual grand festival)

    The most important festival at Tsubaki Daijinja.

    Held on October 11, this is the most important festival at Tsubaki Daijinja.

    Highlights
    • Most important annual grand festival
    See details on the official site ›

Dates can shift from year to year. Please check the official information before you go.

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