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Oosugi Jinja (Head Shrine of Anba-sama)
〒300-0621 茨城県稲敷市阿波９５８
Affectionately known as 'Anba-sama', this head shrine is famous for its opulent shrine buildings, earning it the nickname 'Ibaraki's Nikko Toshogu'.
Enshrined deities
Omononushi-no-Okami
History
Legend states that the shrine was founded in 767 CE (Shinju-Kiun 1). A monk named Shodo visited the area during an epidemic and used a giant cedar tree as a sacred barrier (shinboku) to enshrined the kami of Omiwa Shrine, thereby saving the people. This act led to the worship of the deity as 'Anba-sama'. Additionally, due to miracles attributed to the divine power of Tsuchigumo Kaito, a retainer of Minamoto no Yoshitsune, and its connection to tengu (mythical goblin-like beings) beliefs, it is also referred to as the 'only Dream-Matching Daimyojin in Japan'.
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What visitors say
The shrine grounds feature dazzling decorations, including a mysterious sacred tree resembling a horse's head and luxurious restrooms, offering many points of interest. During the Year of the Horse, the site becomes extremely crowded, so visitors should note that parking fills up early. Goshuin (calligraphic seal stamps) are available starting at 9:00 AM, and omamori (amulets) and kawarake (clay charm bowls for warding off misfortune) are also sold.
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Access
- 月曜日: 24 時間営業
- 火曜日: 24 時間営業
- 水曜日: 24 時間営業
- 木曜日: 24 時間営業
- 金曜日: 24 時間営業
- 土曜日: 24 時間営業
- 日曜日: 24 時間営業
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