⛩️ Ootori Shrine

Founded during the Heian period, with a proud history of about 1200 years, it is the oldest shrine in the Meguro district of Tokyo. It is also recorded in the oldest Edo map, the "Chōroku Edo Map," drawn during the Muromachi period, which lists only nine shrines, thus being recognized as one of the "Edo Nine Shrines." The main deity of Ōtori Shrine is Yamato Takeru no Mikoto, with the accompanying deities being Kuninotokotachi no Mikoto and Otohime no Mikoto. It is said that Yamato Takeru no Mikoto came here to pray for the pacification of the eastern barbarians and for the healing of his subordinate's eye ailment. After successfully pacifying the eastern barbarians and joyfully recovering from the eye ailment, he offered the sacred sword, the "Tachi no Jūgōken," to the shrine. Due to this legend, Ōtori Shrine has also become known as a shrine that can bless the healing of eye ailments. The "Tori no Ichi," held annually in November, is equally famous, aimed at praying for prosperous business and good fortune. Its origins can be traced back to the Edo period, and it is renowned alongside the Tori no Ichi in Asakusa. During the festival, "Yatsukashira," which symbolizes the achievements of Yamato Takeru no Mikoto, and "Kumade," a lucky charm that brings fortune home, are offered. Each year, a large number of visitors flock to purchase Kumade.

Founded during the Heian period, it is the oldest shrine in the Meguro district of Tokyo. The main deity is 日本武尊 (Nihon Takemikazuchi), who is said to be able to bless the healing of eye diseases. Since the Edo period, it has been passed down to the present day, with the "Tori no Ichi" festival held every November 11th being the most famous.