Located in the city of Takuma, Tokushima Prefecture, Stone Hammer Rain Shower Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of storms and water, Susanoo-no-Mikoto. The shrine's unique name reflects its association with a legendary rain shower that supposedly brought fertility to the surrounding area.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- Susanoo-no-Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 34.2839821, 134.2383009
Visitor tip
To avoid getting wet on rainy days, consider visiting early in the morning or later in the afternoon when the sun is out.
Cultural notes
Susanoo-no-Mikoto, the kami enshrined here, is known for his role in creating storms and whirlpools. This shrine's rain shower legend may be linked to this mythological story, highlighting the importance of water and storms in Shinto culture.
Historical note
The shrine was built in 1884 during the Meiji period.