Since ancient times, the grounds of this shrine have been regarded as a pure place that belongs to no nation and has no specific orientation. The soil and sand within the grounds have long been revered as deities that ward off negative influences from inauspicious directions, attracting many worshippers. Even today, many people visit this shrine to offer prayers, seeking protection from misfortune when building a new home or moving to a new residence.
Hochigai Shrine
Kitamikunigaoka-cho, Sakai-ku, Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture
Visited in March 2026
Camera: LUMIX G9
Lens: LUMIX G 20mm/F1.7 ASPH. H-H020
Blog Post: “Hochigai Shrine: The grounds of this shrine are a pure place that is not bound to any specific direction” (Japanese)
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