Wada Suwa Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, dedicated to the kami Suwa-no-mayori-wo, the goddess of rice and fertility. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design, with a vermilion torii gate and a main hall featuring a tiled roof. Visitors can experience the tranquility of this rural shrine, surrounded by nature.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Suwa-no-mayori-wo
- 祀られている神
- Suwa-no-mayori-wo
- 座標
- 35.3152623, 137.9252849
参拝のヒント
For a more immersive experience, visit during cherry blossom season (late March to early April) and enjoy the beautiful blooms along the shrine's pathways.
文化的背景
Suwa-no-mayori-wo is associated with the rice harvesting season and is often invoked by farmers for prosperity and good fortune. The shrine also hosts a Suwa Matsuri festival in May, which honors the goddess with traditional dances and offerings.
歴史
Founded in 1604 during the Edo period.