Osaki Shrine
There is a statue famous for being the largest statue of Ebisu in Japan at 20 m in height.
An ancient shrine rebuilt in the Nara era and included in the Engi-Shiki (set of ancient Japanese governmental regulations), it is also a famous place in Kanto for the first shrine visit of the New Year (hatsumode). The main shrine building, which is a prefectural cultural property, is a masterwork of Genroku-era carpenter Sezaemon Sakurai and sculptor Entetsu Shimamura.
Location Map
Basic Information
Address | 937 Tougou, Moka-city, Tochigi |
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Telephone Number | 0285-82-2509 |
Website | http://oosakijinja.com/ |
Price | Free |
Map Code | 39 108 465*25 |
Eastern Area
The eastern area is famous for its abundant flowers and traditional Mashiko pottery. Seasonal charms welcome tourists throughout the year with flowers such as cherry blossoms and wisterias in spring and some of the nation’s most beautiful autumn foliage.