Kamo-jinja, shinto shrine in Ichinomiya, Aichi, Japan
Kamo-jinja is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Ichinomiya in Japan. The grounds feature wooden buildings and lanterns surrounding a main hall where visitors ring a bell and clap their hands before making offerings and prayers.
The shrine dates back many centuries and has been part of the community for generations. It is classified as a Shikinaisha shrine, indicating its importance in Japan's religious traditions and continued role in local life.
The shrine is dedicated to Tamayorihime, a goddess associated with water and rice fields. This connection reflects how nature and farming remain central to the local community's identity and daily life.
The shrine is accessible by local roads and located within walking distance of other parts of Ichinomiya. Visitors should dress respectfully and be mindful of customs when entering the sacred grounds.
Many visitors draw omikuji, fortune slips that offer simple forecasts. After reading them, people typically tie the slips to a special rack at the shrine, a common practice that connects believers with the place.
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