This is the shrine of the guardian deity of the Soma Domain, and a ceremony site of the Nomakake ritual which takes place during the exhilarating Soma Nomaoi Festival. Somei Yoshino cherry blossom and weeping cherry trees light up the shrine grounds in spring, making Soma Odaka Shrine a popular cherry blossom viewing spot.
| Website | http://odaka-kanko.jp/c-kankou/ (Japanese) |
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| Contact |
Minamisoma City Education Committee Cultural Asset Division Cultural Asset Affairs (+81) 244-24-5284 |
| Best Season | All Year |
| Parking | Available |
| Entrance Fee | Free |
| Access | Odaka Furushiro 13, Odaka-ku, Minamisoma City, Fukushima Pref. 979-2102 View directions |
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| Getting there | By Car: 15 min from the Namie I.C. exit off the Joban Expressway By Train: 5 min by taxi from Odaka Station (JR Joban Line) |
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