Located in the city of Maibara, Mikami Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine dedicated to Mikami-no-kami, the god of rice and fertility. Founded during the Edo period, the shrine has played an important role in local agriculture and festivals, particularly the Shishimai festival held annually to celebrate the goddess's bounty.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- null
- Coordinates
- 35.049466, 136.0268824
Visitor tip
To experience the shrine's serene atmosphere, visit at sunrise when the sun rises behind the torii gate, casting a warm glow over the shrine grounds.
Cultural notes
Mikami Shrine is connected to the legend of Matsudaira Tadahisa, a noble who prayed for his son's safe return and received a vision from Mikami-no-kami. As a result, the shrine has become a symbol of family devotion and loyalty.
Historical note
Founded during the Edo period,