Kojo Shrine
📍 Okayama, Okayama · 26-27 Nakaire, Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture
About
Founded 天保3年(1832年)
Enshrined 豊受比売神, 久久能知神, 金山毘古神, 埴安姫神, 加具土神, 彌都波能賣神, 上津綿津見神, 中津綿津見神, 底津綿津見神
Rank 村社
Festival 10月第1土曜・日曜(秋祭)
History
Located in Nakaire, this shrine embodies the principle of removing calamity while bringing good fortune. The kami's blessing operates like a selective sieve, allowing beneficial influences to flow while blocking harm. Quietly powerful, it works for the wellbeing of all the surrounding community. I admire this balanced approach—neither aggressive nor passive, but precisely calibrated compassion extended to all in equal measure.
Benefits
Home safetyGood fortuneEvil ward-off
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