Ōe Shrine

Ōe Shrine is a Shinto shrine in 夕陽丘町 surrounded by trees and old stone lanterns that mark the grounds. The wooden buildings with curved roofs display traditional Japanese craftsmanship, with a pathway leading to the main hall where visitors pray.

The shrine was founded many centuries ago and has long served as a place for local traditions and rituals in the community. It was once part of a larger temple complex, which was common for shrines in old Japan, and has been maintained to preserve its traditional appearance.

The shrine honors Toyōke Ōmikami, a deity linked with prosperity and good fortune. Shrines for Susanoo and other gods here reflect the importance of folk beliefs and local spiritual traditions.

Enter through the large gate and bow slightly as a sign of respect before proceeding onto the grounds. Rinse your hands and mouth at the water pavilion before approaching the main building to prepare yourself before making your prayer.

Visitors can draw omikuji fortune papers to see what luck awaits them, and if the fortune is unfavorable, they tie it to a tree to leave the worries behind. Many also purchase omamori charms believed to bring protection, with each charm made for a different purpose and kept for years.