New田 Shrine, dedicated to the god of the wilderness and wild game, is located in the heart of Tottori Prefecture. As a Shinto shrine, it plays an important role in the local community's spiritual life. The shrine's architecture reflects its rustic surroundings, with natural materials such as wood and stone used in its design.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kamado-no-Mori-tsurugi-no-Kami
- Kami enshrined
- Kamado-no-Mori-tsurugi-no-Kami
- Coordinates
- 35.4500958, 133.3992189
Visitor tip
To get the most out of your visit, try to arrive at sunrise or twilight when the setting sun casts a golden glow over the surrounding hills.
Cultural notes
This shrine is connected to the mythology of the forest and wildlife. The god it enshrines is often depicted as a powerful hunter, associated with the natural world and the cycles of nature.
Historical note
The shrine was built during the Edo period (1603-1868) to honor the god of the forest and wild game.