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Oe Shrine (Oyosami Jinja)

📍 2-18-16 Niwai, Sumiyoshi-ku, Osaka 558-0012, Japan
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Quick Facts

Location
Japan, Osaka
Category
Sightseeing
Duration
20-30 min
Address
2-18-16 Niwai, Sumiyoshi-ku, Osaka 558-0012, Japan
Coordinates
34.6105, 135.5070

Introduction

Oe Shrine (Oyosami Jinja) in Niwai, Sumiyoshi-ku, is the shikinaisha listed in the Engishiki as 'four seats of Oe Shrine' in Sumiyoshi county, Settsu Province — a Myojin Taisha second only to Sumiyoshi Taisha in local standing. Tradition says Yosa no Abiko no Otarimi prayed here to the Sumiyoshi deities and his ancestor TakeToyohazurawake no Mikoto for victory during Empress Jingu's Korean campaign, after which his clan served as priests. The shrine guarded the ancient Yosami Pond, a vast artificial reservoir appearing twice in the Kojiki and lost after the Yamato River diversion of 1704. Deities include Okuninushi, Tsukuyomi, Emperor Suinin, Itsutakeru and the three Sumiyoshi gods. Small and almost tourist-free, it remains a living neighbourhood shrine where goshuin are available.

✨ Highlights

1
Engishiki shrine
Listed as 'four seats' in the Engishiki.
2
Yosami Pond
An ancient reservoir named twice in the Kojiki.
3
Sumiyoshi gods
Tied to Empress Jingu's campaign legend.
4
Abiko clan
The hereditary priestly family.
5
Many deities
Okuninushi, Tsukuyomi, Emperor Suinin and more.
6
Quiet local shrine
Few tourists, goshuin available.

🛈 Practical Info

→Location：2-18-16 Niwai, Sumiyoshi-ku; not Tennoji-ku.
→Closed：Never (office hours limited).
→Note：5 min from Abiko Stn; get goshuin in daylight.

Opening Hours

Opening Hours
Monday00:00-23:59
Tuesday00:00-23:59
Wednesday00:00-23:59
Thursday00:00-23:59
Friday00:00-23:59
Saturday00:00-23:59
Sunday00:00-23:59

Grounds open 24 hours daily; the shrine office and goshuin service keep limited hours, so come in daylight

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Free AdmissionFree worship

Goshuin, amulets and prayers cost extra; a quiet old shrine in a residential district, keep voices low

Transportation

Subway

5 min from Midosuji Line Abiko Stn

Note

★ In Niwai, Sumiyoshi-ku, not Uehonmachi in Tennoji-ku; a residential area with local worshippers

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Oe Shrine (Oyosami Jinja)?

Monday: 00:00-23:59; Tuesday: 00:00-23:59; Wednesday: 00:00-23:59; Thursday: 00:00-23:59; Friday: 00:00-23:59; Saturday: 00:00-23:59; Sunday: 00:00-23:59; Grounds open 24 hours daily; the shrine office and goshuin service keep limited hours, so come in daylight

How much is the admission for Oe Shrine (Oyosami Jinja)?

Free Admission: Free worship; Goshuin, amulets and prayers cost extra; a quiet old shrine in a residential district, keep voices low

How long should I spend at Oe Shrine (Oyosami Jinja)?

A typical visit takes 20-30 min.

How do I get to Oe Shrine (Oyosami Jinja)?

Subway: 5 min from Midosuji Line Abiko Stn