Shinto shrine
Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Jinja
武蔵一宮 氷川神社(むさしいちのみや/ひかわじんじゃ)
Saitama, Saitama Prefecture
A Hikawa shrine also connected with the place name Ōmiya. It enshrines Susanoo no Mikoto, Inadahime no Mikoto and Ōnamuchi no Mikoto, and is linked to the myths of Izumo.
English pages are the site’s own translations of its Japanese pages. The sources cited are in Japanese. 日本語で読む
Prayers associated with this place
Enshrined kami: Susanoo no Mikoto, Inadahime no Mikoto and Ōnamuchi no Mikoto
History and things to know
The official history introduces myths of the enshrined kami, such as the slaying of Yamata no Orochi and the White Hare of Inaba. Walking the long approach to the precincts is also a way to get to know this place.
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
Related kami and buddhas
Before you visit
Opening hours, access, areas open to visitors, and events can change. Please check the latest guidance from the shrine or temple itself before you go.
Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)
Sources (in Japanese)
- 武蔵一宮 氷川神社「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」(2026-10-16 確認)
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