Takano Shrine

Takano Shrine is a shrine located in Takanohongo, Tsuyama City, Okayama Prefecture. Shikinaisharonsha, the former company rank was Gosha. == Enshrined God == The following three deities are enshrined. It is said that these gods cultivated the land and brought prosperity to it, and they are collectively called the ``Takano Founder Okami.'' Main enshrined deity Ugayafukiaezu Mikoto Aiden deity Emperor Ojin Empress Jingu It is said that in ancient times, the deities enshrined were Ubuki, Kusabuki, and Fukume no Mikoto. After the Kamakura period, the Hachiman deities, Emperor Ojin and Empress Jingu, were added. == History == === Outline === The year of construction is unknown. It first appears in literature that he was conferred the rank of Jugoi in 864 in the early Heian period. In the 17th year of the Jogan era (875), he was promoted to the lower rank of Shogoi. The ``Engishiki Jinmyocho'' records ``Takano Shrine, Tomato District, Mimasaka Province,'' and our company is said to be its ronsha.