Located in the city of Odawara, Komagata Swabe Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of fortune and prosperity, Kintoki Sanzan. This shrine is famous for its beautiful garden, with over 30,000 trees and flowers, making it a popular destination during cherry blossom season. Visitors can enjoy traditional Japanese architecture, including a five-story pagoda and a large torii gate.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- Kintoki Sanzan
- Coordinates
- 35.1569175, 138.9950799
Visitor tip
To make the most of your visit, be sure to walk through the garden at night when the shrine is illuminated with thousands of twinkling lights, a beautiful tradition called 'tsukimi.'
Cultural notes
Kintoki Sanzan is said to have been born from the soil and is often depicted in art as a giant. The shrine's garden is also home to a statue of a giant bamboo tree, which is believed to be one of the oldest in Japan.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in the late Heian period (11th century) and has been rebuilt several times due to fires and natural disasters.