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Have you ever heard of a shrine dedicated to rice balls? Right here in Sumida City, Tokyo stands Takagi Shrine. It’s a whimsical place devoted to Takami-Musubi. This androgynous deity represents creation and birth in Japanese mythology. Takagi Shrine is known for its connection to en-musubi, the concept of tying the knot. It’s also famous for its rice ball theme. Takagi Shrine is covered in tiny pebbles decorated as onigiri, complete with cute faces and seaweed wrappers. You can find them hidden everywhere. Look closely at the guardian lion-dog’s mouth. You might spot one there. Prayer boards and amulets also feature these adorable rice balls. You can even take a tiny “musubi stone” home as a souvenir. Purchase a goshuin stamp and you’ll get one. Takagi Shrine has a rich history, established in 1468 AD. Originally, it wasn’t dedicated to Takami-Musubi. Before the Shinto-Buddhism separation of 1868, the shrine was known as Dairokutensha. It was managed by a neighboring Buddhist temple. It honored Dairoku-Tenma-o, the “Devil King of the Sixth Heaven”. This Buddhist Devil is often identified with the demon Mara. He’s known for tempting and deceiving monks. The shrine’s unique blend of rice ball cuteness and a complex history makes Takagi Shrine a must-see. It’s a hidden gem in Tokyo. It offers a quirky and insightful look at Japanese culture.

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