Nogi Shrine (Owl)
栃木県
An Engishiki-listed ancient shrine famous nationwide as the Owl Shrine, where owls nest annually in a great zelkova tree
Founded
400
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Shrine
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15 min walk from JR Nogi Station
2404 Nogi, Nogi-machi, Shimotsuga-gun, Tochigi
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Shrine
Founded 400
1626 years
Enshrined Deity
莵道稚郎子命
Overview
Nogi Shrine in Nogi Town is famous as a shrine where nationally protected owls nest.
The principal deity Ujinowaki-Iratsuko-no-Mikoto is a prince of Emperor Nintoku, making it a prestigious ancient shrine.
Owls nest annually in a hollow of a great zelkova tree on the grounds, earning the nickname Owl Shrine.
During breeding season, owl chicks peeking out can be observed, attracting birdwatchers fr…
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Origins
Nogi Shrine was founded in Emperor Nintoku's era (c. 4th century), an ancient shrine of Shimotsuke.
The principal deity Ujinowaki-Iratsuko is Nintoku's younger brother, known for the noble tale of yielding the throne to his elder brother.
A shikinaisha listed in the Engishiki, revered as the guardia…
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