Katsuragi Kaitakuraijinja

Katsuragi Kaitakuraijinja, true to its name, enshrines the deity of fire and lightning. Honoinokadzuchi no Ookami, the fire and lightning deity, is a powerful kami governing the forces of fire and thunder, and has been devoutly revered since ancient times for its efficacy in preventing disasters and warding off evil. Situated in the sacred land of the Katsuragi mountain range, the deity is known especially for protecting people from disasters such as fire and lightning strikes. As a fire deity, it also serves as the guardian protector of those in occupations that use fire, such as cooking and blacksmithing. Through the blessings of this powerful deity, one is protected from all calamities and granted vitality in daily life.