Shiki Miketa Zami Jinja

Shiki Miketa Zami Jinja is an ancient shrine enshrined in Takahata, Nara, and is a shrine of deep significance appearing in the Engi Shiki Jinmei-cho. This area has flourished as a strategic point in ancient Yamato since old times and has been revered as the protective deity of the region. Though located in a quiet residential area, the sacred grounds are enveloped in a sacred atmosphere. Cherished by local people, many worshippers visit for seasonal festivals and daily prayers. This is a shrine with Nara-like charm, where the heart of faith unchanged since ancient times is passed down.