Chikato Jinja

📍 Tochigi, Utsunomiya · 2478 Tokutsuro-cho, Utsunomiya, Tochigi

Post Goshuin Post Visit

About

Founded 宝亀9年（778年）

Enshrined 大巳貴命（おおなむちのみこと）, 田心姫命（たごりひめのみこと）, 味耜高彦根命（あじすきたかひこねのみこと）

Rank 郷社

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

—–—

Fee

¥500

Direct-write

Unknown

Pre-written

Unknown

📍 Open in Google Maps

Suggest correction (edit in app)

History

Chikato Jinja is enshrined in Tokutsuro-cho, Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture. According to tradition, it was founded in 778 (Hoki 9) by inviting the deity of Nikko Futarasan Shrine. The shrine name derives from Chikatsunomori, the ancient name of the location. Its former rank was gosha. The principal deity is Okuninushi no Mikoto, enshrined together with Tagirihime no Mikoto and Ajisukitakahikone no Mikoto. During the Edo period, the Tokugawa clan venerated the shrine and donated five koku of land. It is known for blessings of abundant harvests, family safety, and good health.