Traditions and customs
Introducing Oni Shrine in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture! What is the legend of the "oni without horns" passed down in Onizawa?
Oni Shrine, located in Onisawa, Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture, is a rare shrine in Japan that enshrines a hornless demon. While the word "oni" tends to conjure up images of frightening creatures, this shrine is dedicated to a "kind" demon who saved a village.
