Fujihonai Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Nagaoka, Toyama Prefecture. The shrine is dedicated to Fujihonai, a kami associated with rice, agriculture, and fertility. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese style, with a large torii gate and a hall covered in tiled roof. Despite being smaller than other shrines in the region, Fujihonai Shrine has an important role in local festivals and agricultural rituals.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Fujihonai
- Kami enshrined
- Fujihonai
- Coordinates
- 36.8810382, 137.5540207
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's serene atmosphere, visit at dawn or dusk when the sun is not directly overhead.
Cultural notes
Fujihonai Shrine participates in the local 'Shishigahama no Matsuri' festival, celebrating the harvest season and honoring Fujihonai's role as a rice deity. Visitors can also learn about the shrine's unique ritual of 'fukideri', where farmers pray for good harvests during the winter solstice.
Historical note
The shrine was founded during the Edo period (1603-1867),