This shrine enshrines Kurehatori, who is said to have come to this area from the country of Kure during the reign of Emperor Ojin and introduced weaving and dyeing techniques to Japan. During the reign of Emperor Ojin, Achi-no-kami and his son Tsuka-no-kami were sent to the Chinese state of Kure to ask for weavers who could weave and dye fabrics. After a long journey, they arrived in Kure and asked the King of Kure to let them come over with four weavers: Kurehatori, Ayahatori, Ehime, and Otohime. After arriving here, the weavers worked tirelessly day and night weaving fabrics and passing on their techniques, which is said to have led to the creation of many different types of clothing in Japan, suited to the seasons, genders, and classes. Because of this history, many people involved in weaving and clothing come to pray at the shrine.