Awata Jinja is an ancient shrine in Higashiyama founded in 876 by imperial command, with Susanoo-no-Mikoto and Okuninushi-no-Mikoto as its deities. Situated at "Awata-guchi," one of the seven entrances to the ancient capital, it has long been venerated as the "deity of safe journeys" by those setting out on travels. In recent years it has become a sacred site for sword enthusiasts, given Awata-guc…
The origins of Awata Jinja date to 876 (the 18th year of the Jōgan era), when Fujiwara no Okiyo, a court official, founded the shrine by imperial command, enshrining Susanoo-no-Mikoto and Okuninushi-no-Mikoto at the present site. Located at Awata-guchi, the eastern gateway of the ancient capital, th…
Flourishing trade, new-shop openings, successful deals. A central prayer at Inari and Ebisu shrines.
Derived from the enshrined deity "素戔嗚尊・大己貴命"
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