Tanashi Shrine (Nishitokyo City)

Founded in the Kamakura period, the shrine was originally located about 1 km away at Miyayama in Kitayato. Initially known as "Jodengongen," it was relocated to its current site in the 17th century and renamed "Tanashi Shrine" in 1872. In 1910, five smaller shrines in the town were merged into it, and in 1949, the Otori Great God from Otori Shrine in Osaka's Abeno district was divided and enshrined here.

The main deities are Shinatsuhiko-no-Mikoto, Shinatobe-no-Mikoto, and Okuninushi-no-Mikoto, with Shinatsuhiko-no-Mikoto and Shinatobe-no-Mikoto being worshipped since the shrine's inception. These two are also known as gods of wind. Based on the Five Elements philosophy, the main hall enshrines Shinatsuhiko-no-Mikoto and Shinatobe-no-Mikoto as the Golden Dragon, with Black, White, Red, and Blue Dragons enshrined around the precincts, revered collectively as the "Five Dragon Gods."

Starting with the New Year's Day "Saitan Festival," various festivals and local community events are held throughout the year. The Dragon God Festival, honoring the main hall (Golden Dragon) and the four Dragon Gods, takes place every September 19th. Special public viewings of the main hall and worship hall are held annually in November.

The main hall, a masterpiece by renowned Edo-period craftsman Shimamura Shumpyo, is designated as a Tangible Cultural Property by Tokyo Metropolitan Government. In 2018, the main and worship halls were designated as "Especially Important Historical Buildings for Scenic Beauty" by Tokyo.