Matsune-sha Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Dazaifu, Fukuoka Prefecture. The shrine is dedicated to Matsuneyama no Okami, a regional kami associated with rice and fertility. The shrine's architecture reflects the typical Heian period style, with a main hall, a shrine torii gate, and a garden. The shrine has played an important role in local agriculture and is still celebrated as an important site for rice harvests.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Matsumeyama no Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Matsuneyama no Okami, Other kami associated with rice, fertility, and agriculture
- Coordinates
- 33.2518819, 130.3029503
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine's garden at dawn or dusk to witness the stunning natural beauty of the surrounding landscape, which is particularly serene during these times.
Cultural notes
Matsuneyama no Okami is also associated with the mythological creation of rice and its importance in local agriculture. The shrine celebrates a Shinto New Year festival (Oshogatsu) on January 1st, honoring the kami and seeking good fortune for the coming year.
Historical note
Founded during the Nara period (710-794 CE), Matsune-sha Shrine has been a significant cultural and spiritual center in the region.