Nachi, Nachi-Katsuura, Higashimuro District, Wakayama Prefecture
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Free
Tatomiki Oji Shrine, located along the ancient Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route in Nachikatsuura, Wakayama Prefecture, marks the site of the final Oji shrine of the Kumano Kuju-ku Oji. Situated near the iconic Daimonzaka slope and the Meoto Sugi (Couple Cedars), the shrine is a significant historical landmark. While the original shrine building was relocated in the Meiji era, a stone monument now stands in its place, offering a serene and spiritual atmosphere amidst the towering cedar trees. Visitors can easily access the site from the Daimonzaka bus stop, making it a convenient stop along the way to Kumano Nachi Taisha Grand Shrine. It's an ideal spot to pause and reflect on the rich history of the Kumano pilgrimage.