Located in the Hikone City of Shiga Prefecture, Rainfall God Shrine is dedicated to the Shinto god Susanoo-no-Mikoto and other kami, including Fujin and Raijin, who are associated with storms and rain.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Susanoo-no-Mikoto
- Kami enshrined
- Fujin, Raijin, Inari
- Coordinates
- 35.0026605, 136.2383905
Visitor tip
Visit Rainfall God Shrine during the autumnal festival of Aki Matsuri (September-October), which features traditional dances and offerings to the kami.
Cultural notes
The shrine's architecture is influenced by the Hikone-style, a regional style that blends elements of Zen and Shinto temples. The shrine grounds feature several ponds and walking paths, creating a peaceful atmosphere for visitors.
Historical note
The shrine was built in 1578 during the Sengoku period as a temple dedicated to the god Susanoo-no-Mikoto, but it was converted to a Shinto shrine in 1869 after the Meiji Restoration.