Ōino Shrine
📍 Ibaraki, Itako City · 814 Ōno, Itako City, Ibaraki
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
In Itako's water village, this shrine honors the water kami that govern the flowing waterways. Fishers pray for abundant catches while boaters seek safe passage. The shrine has blessed countless vessels, allowing them to return safely home under the protection of the water deity's watchful gaze.
Benefits
Water kami blessingFishing prosperityWaterway safety