Tsubaki Omiya in Yamamoto-cho, Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture, is an ancient shrine revered nationwide as the home of Sarutahiko Omikami, the 'deity who opens the way.' As the head shrine of Sarutahiko worship, it is said to have been founded as far back as the 27th year of Emperor Suinin's reign (3 BCE). Set in the lush nature of the Suzuka foothills, the shrine's deep forest atmosphere envelops all…

Tsubaki Grand Shrine is traditionally said to have been founded in the 27th year of Emperor Suinin's reign (3 BCE), making it one of Japan's oldest shrines. It is revered as the head shrine of Sarutahiko Ōkami worship throughout the nation. The name "Tsubaki" (camellia) is said to derive from the ca…