Located in Hyogo Prefecture, Godai Shrine is dedicated to the kami of hot springs and fertility. The shrine's architecture reflects its association with the region's rich bathing culture, featuring a unique design that incorporates the natural hot spring resources of the area.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- null
- Kami enshrined
- null
- Coordinates
- 35.5066567, 134.6736991
Visitor tip
To fully experience the shrine's unique bathing culture, visitors can soak in the natural hot springs at Godai Shrine's outdoor bathhouse, 'Godai-tsumi-yu'
Cultural notes
In accordance with Shinto tradition, visitors are expected to remove their shoes before entering the shrine grounds and perform a traditional purification ritual called 'misogi'. The shrine also hosts an annual festival in May to celebrate the arrival of spring and the blessings of the kami.
Historical note
The shrine was founded during the Kamakura period (1185-1333) as a sacred site for the worship of Shinto deities related to fertility and prosperity.