Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine
埼玉県
The first shrine of Musashi Province with over 2,400 years of history, head of approximately 280 Hikawa shrines nationwide — the origin of the name Omiya, famous for its nearly 2 km zelkova-lined approach, Japan's longest shrine avenue
Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine is the head shrine of approximately 280 Hikawa shrines nationwide, enshrining Susanoo, Inadahime, and Okuninushi. Founded over 2,400 years ago by tradition, it has served as the supreme shrine of Musashi Province and the spiritual guardian of the Kanto region throughout Japanese history.
The nearly 2 km zelkova-lined approach is renowned as Japan's longest shrine a…
The origins of Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine are traditionally traced to the third year of Emperor Kosho's reign (conventionally 473 BC). The name 'Hikawa' derives from the Hii River in Izumo Province, reflecting the tradition that Susanoo was transferred from Izumo to the eastern provinces. Wors…
Flourishing trade, new-shop openings, successful deals. A central prayer at Inari and Ebisu shrines.
Derived from the enshrined deity "須佐之男命・稲田姫命・大己貴命"
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