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Koshioi Shrine (Ojiro-jo Ruins)
草津市大路２丁目２−３３
As the first shrine along the Nakasendo highway, it has long been deeply revered by travelers. Local residents also worship it as a deity of safe childbirth.
History
The founding is said to be in 1815 CE (Hoei 2), though shrine family records also suggest 863 CE (Jogan 5). In ancient times, it was known as Onnata Dai Gongen, but the name was changed to the current one in 1878 CE (Meiji 11). It was designated as a village shrine in 1876 CE (Meiji 9).
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Blessings
Safe childbirth, matchmaking, marital harmony, and household safety.
What visitors say
Despite being located in the center of Kusatsu, the shrine grounds are quiet and serene. The main hall is flanked by an Inari shrine and a Suizen Shrine, and the grounds feature sights such as a dog statue and a 'Meoto Ki' (couples' tree). A wind chime festival is held each season, and the shrine offers sacred water, water omikuji (fortune slips), and Goshuin (shrine seal stamps).
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Tuesday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Wednesday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Thursday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Friday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Saturday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Sunday: 9:00 – 17:00
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