In Japan, festivals are usually sponsored by a local shrine or temple, though they can be secular.

There were also local shrines in each district, which varied in importance.

They visit a summer matsuri held in a local Shinto shrine.

A group of young men receive a blessing at a local shrine.

It became a popular local shrine until 1191, two years after Henry's death.

The son of a priest at a local shrine.

All Japanese were forced to register with their local shrine.

He reported that visiting the local shrine was considered a cure for insanity.

The children are brought to their local shrines for blessings.

Beginning in July, there are many festivals at local shrines.