Ōmiya sengen-jinja, Shinto shrine in Japan
Ōmiya sengen-jinja is a Shinto shrine located in Inuyama on the slopes of Mount Owari Fuji, featuring traditional wooden buildings and a simple wooden gate marking the entrance. The site is surrounded by mature trees, stone markers with carved characters, and stone lanterns along the mountain paths.
The shrine was established over 1,200 years ago as a place of worship for the goddess Konohanasakuyahime. It has developed into an important gathering place for the local community and received its name from a nearby mountain that resembles Mount Fuji.
The shrine is dedicated to Konohanasakuyahime, a goddess connected to Mount Fuji and natural fertility. Visitors leave quiet prayers and small offerings that reflect the community's deep connection to this sacred place.
A steep and rocky mountain path leads up to the shrine, where hikers and pilgrims make their way slowly and stop at various stations along the way. The trails are marked with small guides, and benches and shaded resting spots are available at several points.
A distinctive feature of the shrine is a hole in a tree that locals believe connects to old stories and folklore. Many visitors write their prayers and wishes on paper strips, hoping to receive blessings and good fortune through this quiet practice.
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