Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Sonsha
Aga Shrine (Tarobo-gu)
阿賀神社
/ Aga Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 yen
Access
20 min walk
Hours
9:00-17:00
Overview
Aga Shrine, popularly known as Tarobo-gu, is dramatically situated between massive split rocks on Akagami Mountain. The shrine is said to be protected by the tengu Tarobo, and the narrow gap between the sacred rocks is believed to crush anyone who passes through with impure intentions.
Enshrined Deities
⛩
Masahikohohodemino Mikoto
primary Deity
Blessings
Shrine Network
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
35.1053, 136.1833
Physical Address
2247 Kowaki-cho, Higashiomi-shi, Shiga
滋賀県東近江市小脇町2247
Access
Tarobo-gu-mae Station (Ohmi Railway)
20 min walk
Hours
9:00-17:00
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Aga Shrine (Tarobo-gu)?
Aga Shrine, popularly known as Tarobo-gu, is dramatically situated between massive split rocks on Akagami Mountain. The shrine is said to be protected by the tengu Tarobo, and the narrow gap between the sacred rocks is believed to crush anyone who passes through with impure intentions.
Where is Aga Shrine (Tarobo-gu) located?
Aga Shrine (Tarobo-gu) is located in Higashiomi-shi, Shiga. The full address is: 2247 Kowaki-cho, Higashiomi-shi, Shiga.