Located in the heart of Tochigi City, Atago Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of fire and wealth, Atago Okami. The shrine's main hall is adorned with vibrant vermilion walls and ornate wooden pillars, reflecting its significance as a sacred site for fire rituals and ceremonies. Visitors can explore the shrine's grounds, which feature several small shrines and deities enshrined within its precincts.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Atago Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Atago Okami, Fūjin
- Coordinates
- 36.2514341, 139.5287326
Visitor tip
To avoid waiting, consider visiting Atago Shrine early in the morning or later in the evening when possible.
Cultural notes
Atago Shrine is associated with the mythology surrounding fire and heat, as well as wealth and prosperity. It is also one of the few Shinto shrines to feature a small shrine dedicated to the god of the wind, Fūjin.
Historical note
The Atago Shrine was originally established in 736 during the Nara period, making it one of Japan's oldest shrines.