Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Meishin-taisha
Ichinomiya (Omi Province)
Takebe Taisha
建部大社
Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 yen
Access
15 min walk
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Overview
Takebe Taisha is the ichinomiya of former Ōmi Province, located in Seta, Ōtsu City, Shiga Prefecture, on the western bank of the Seta River. It enshrines Yamato Takeru no Mikoto, the legendary warrior-hero of ancient Japan, alongside Ōkuninushi no Mikoto in the auxiliary shrine. Shrine tradition holds the deity was first enshrined at Chigusatake in Kanzaki District by Yamato Takeru's consort, then relocated to the present site in 675 CE (Tenmu 4) to serve as guardian of Ōmi Province. The shrine rose to national prominence after Minamoto no Yoritomo prayed here before his successful campaign against the Taira clan in the late 12th century, establishing its reputation as a shrine of victory and career advancement. The shrine received the highest Myōjin Taisha rank in the Engishiki, and served as the premier shrine of Ōmi Province throughout the classical and medieval periods. Today Takebe Taisha is revered for blessings of victory, career advancement, and overcoming adversity. Its most celebrated event is the Senkō Festival (August 17), during which a 1.5-tonne portable shrine is carried aboard a boat down the Seta River — one of the most distinctive water-based festivals in the region.
History
Founding
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Documented
675 Enshrined Deities
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primary Deity
Legendary prince, hero-deity of valor, conquest, and tragic sacrifice
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secondary Deity
God of nation-building, agriculture, medicine, and en-musubi (binding of fates/relationships)
Blessings
Shrine Network
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
34.9569, 135.9203
Physical Address
1-16-1 Jinryo, Otsu-shi, Shiga
滋賀県大津市神領1-16-1
Historical Province
Omi
Access
Karasaki Station (JR Biwako Line)
15 min walk
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Official Website
https://takebetaisha.jp/
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-11. 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 Takebe Taisha?
Takebe Taisha is the ichinomiya of former Ōmi Province, located in Seta, Ōtsu City, Shiga Prefecture, on the western bank of the Seta River. It enshrines Yamato Takeru no Mikoto, the legendary warrior-hero of ancient Japan, alongside Ōkuninushi no Mikoto in the auxiliary shrine. Shrine tradition holds the deity was first enshrined at Chigusatake in Kanzaki District by Yamato Takeru's consort, then relocated to the present site in 675 CE (Tenmu 4) to serve as guardian of Ōmi Province. The shrine rose to national prominence after Minamoto no Yoritomo prayed here before his successful campaign against the Taira clan in the late 12th century, establishing its reputation as a shrine of victory and career advancement. The shrine received the highest Myōjin Taisha rank in the Engishiki, and served as the premier shrine of Ōmi Province throughout the classical and medieval periods. Today Takebe Taisha is revered for blessings of victory, career advancement, and overcoming adversity. Its most celebrated event is the Senkō Festival (August 17), during which a 1.5-tonne portable shrine is carried aboard a boat down the Seta River — one of the most distinctive water-based festivals in the region.
Where is Takebe Taisha located?
Takebe Taisha is located in Otsu-shi, Shiga. The full address is: 1-16-1 Jinryo, Otsu-shi, Shiga.
What deities are enshrined at Takebe Taisha?
The enshrined deities are: Yamato Takeru no Mikoto, Okuninushi no Mikoto.