Ōyamazumi Shrine

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This shrine is dedicated to Ōyamazumi Kami, founding deity of Japan. It’s said to be the head shrine of the 10,000 or so Yamazumi and Mishima shrines around Japan. The 2,600-year old giant camphor is enshrined as a sacred tree and various shrine buildings are designated important national cultural properties. As the deity of the sea, mountains and warriors, the shrine has been visited by many military commanders, and the precious swords and armour they dedicated at the shrine are on display in the museum.

Basic information

Address

3327 Miyaura, Ōmishimachō, Imabari

How to Get There

About 15 minutes by car from the Omishima IC

Open time

8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Homotsu-Kan"Treasures museum" Close: 5:00 p.m.)

Filters

Travel by car recommended
Parking available

Who are you traveling with?

Family
Couple
Friends
Alone
Senior

Recommended seasons

Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Note

Please be aware that changes may be made to the information due to various circumstances.
For the latest information, please contact the respective facilities directly.

Detailed information

Phone: 0897-82-0032; This information is correct as of 8/2020. For details, please visit the official website of each facility or contact each facility.