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Oyamazumi Jinja (Oyamazumi Shrine)
〒794-1393 愛媛県今治市大三島町宮浦３３２７
This is the head shrine enshrining Ooyamatsumi-no-Kami (the Great Mountain Accumulator Deity). It has long been revered as a deity of mountains, the sea, and war. The shrine possesses many arms and armor, including National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties.
Enshrined deities
Oyamatsumi-no-Kami
History
(Legend) Founded in 594 CE (Suiko 2). During the Meiji period, the shrine's name was officially set as Oyamazumi Jinja, although the enshrined deity is still recorded as Ooyamatsumi-no-Kami. As the head shrine for all shrines dedicated to Ooyamatsumi-no-Kami, it is also referred to as the Chief Guardian of Japan.
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What visitors say
The grounds feature sacred trees (Goshinboku) ranging from several hundred to thousands of years old, creating an overwhelming presence and solemn atmosphere. Since parking spaces for visitors are limited and often full, it is convenient to use nearby roadside stations (Michi-no-Eki) or bicycle parking areas. At the shrine office (Shamusho), you can receive Goshuin (calligraphic seal stamps) and participate in worship activities such as drawing Kabuto-mikuji (helmet-shaped fortune slips).
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
Access
- 月曜日: 9時00分～17時00分
- 火曜日: 9時00分～17時00分
- 水曜日: 9時00分～17時00分
- 木曜日: 9時00分～17時00分
- 金曜日: 9時00分～17時00分
- 土曜日: 9時00分～17時00分
- 日曜日: 9時00分～17時00分
Annual events & festivals
- January 1 onwardHatsumode (first shrine visit of the year)
Iyo-ku Ichinomiya (First Shrine of Iyo Province), head shrine of all Yamaji and Misama shrines in Japan.
As the head shrine for all Yamaji and Misama shrines nationwide and the First Shrine of Iyo Province, it is revered as a guardian deity of the sea and mountains. It is known for attracting the faith of warriors and housing numerous national treasures and important cultural properties, including ancient weapons and armor.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Head shrine nationwide
- ・First Shrine of Iyo Province
- ・Treasury of weapons and armor
- 5th day of the 5th month of the lunar calendar (usually around June)Mita-ue-sai (Rice Planting Festival) (Hitorizumo)
Famous for 'Hitorizumo' (single-person sumo), where a wrestler grapples with the spirit of rice.
Held on the 5th day of the 5th month of the lunar calendar (usually around June), this Mita-ue-sai (Rice Planting Festival) is known for 'Hitorizumo' (single-person sumo), a ritual where a wrestler wrestles with the spirit of rice. If the spirit wins, it promises a bountiful harvest. A similar rite is also performed during the autumn Natsukae-sai (Harvest Festival) on the 9th day of the 9th month of the lunar calendar.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Hitorizumo (single-person sumo)
- ・Wrestling with the rice spirit
- ・Prayer for a bountiful harvest
Dates can shift from year to year. Please check the official information before you go.
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