Obokami Temple

Obokami Temple [覚神方; おぼかみほら] is a temple located in the city of Onsan, in Shinkō Prefecture. The temple's name literally means 'remembrance of the spirits'; it is the oldest and largest of Onsan's five main temples, and receives the most visitors, with over 1.3 million in 2017. Obokami Temple was built in 1370, soon after the construction of Uema Temple, which stands in Onsan's eastern ward. The two temples are considered to be 'husband and wife' in local belief, with Obokami taking the masculine role and Uema the feminine. Accordingly, Obokami's interior is decorated with traditionally masculine colours, such as black, red, and gold. Perhaps the most famous enshrinement is that of Chūzuri, the god of the harvest. 
In the worship hall, visitors can find ten different shrines, each dedicated to a separate male deity. Obokami Temple is one of the only in north Kanton to encourage visitors to take part in religious ceremony. After they have explored the temple and its grounds, visitors can join a meditation group led by a monk, and chant ancient mantras asking for good fortune, good health and peace. Refreshments are also offered; traditional fritters known as bashi along with different types of tea.
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