Okitama-no-kami
RankShokansha of Naiku
Enshrined deityOkitama-no-Kami, guardian of the main sanctuary, identified with Sarutahiko-no-Okami
LocationIn the grounds of Naiku →
About this place
On paving in the north-west corner inside the fence around the main sanctuary, facing west. There is no building, and the enclosure may not be entered, so it is worshipped from the path. The deity guards the main sanctuary and is said to be another name for Sarutahiko-no-Okami. On festival days every priest on duty prays here first before taking up his office.
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