Munetada Shrine (Okayama)
宗忠神社
/ Munetada Jinja
Overview
Munetada Shrine enshrines Kurozumi Munetada, the founder of Kurozumi-kyo, one of the oldest Shinto-derived new religions. Located at his birthplace in Okayama, it is locally known as Omoto-sama.
History
Founding
Enshrines Kurozumi Munetada, founder of the Kurozumi-kyo faith, at his birthplace.
Enshrined Deities
Shinto priest (1780–1850) who founded Kurozumikyo, one of Japan's first new Shinto religious movements; said to have achieved union with Amaterasu
Blessings
Shrine Network
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
34.6500, 133.8973
Physical Address
1-3-10 Kaminakano, Kita-ku, Okayama, Okayama 700-0957
〒700-0957 岡山県岡山市北区上中野1-3-10
Historical Province
Bizen / Bitchu / Mimasaka
Access
Okayama Station (JR Sanyo Shinkansen)
Hours
24 hours
Bus
Bus from Okayama Station, ~10 min to Omoto
Official Website
https://www.munetada.jp/Learn More About Shinto Shrines
Background reading for visitors and pilgrims.
Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Munetada Shrine (Okayama)?
Munetada Shrine enshrines Kurozumi Munetada, the founder of Kurozumi-kyo, one of the oldest Shinto-derived new religions. Located at his birthplace in Okayama, it is locally known as Omoto-sama.
Where is Munetada Shrine (Okayama) located?
Munetada Shrine (Okayama) is located in Okayama, Okayama. The full address is: 1-3-10 Kaminakano, Kita-ku, Okayama, Okayama 700-0957.