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大依罗神社

📍 Osaka, Japan
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Introduction

Ōyaso Shrine is an ancient shrine in Sakai, Osaka, founded in the 5th century and enshrining Ōyaso no Mikoto among other deities. Its grounds hold a great camphor tree said to be about 2,000 years old; regarded as Sakai's guardian shrine, its October festival is lively.

Highlights

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2,000-year camphor
The great guardian tree said to be two millennia old.
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Ancient shrine
Founded in the 5th century, among Sakai's oldest.
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October festival
The annual festival in October is grand and lively.

🛈 Practical Info

LocationNakabō-chō, Kita-ku, Sakai, Osaka, Japan
Time neededAbout 45 minutes
AdmissionFree

💡 Tips

The camphor is the highlight — walk around it.
On the route of the Mozu Kofun World Heritage group.
Visit during daylight.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting 大依罗神社?

The camphor is the highlight — walk around it. On the route of the Mozu Kofun World Heritage group.