Located in the city of Matsuyama, Shikoku Island, Miasaka Shrine is a Shinto temple dedicated to Miasaka, a kami believed to protect travelers and farmers. The shrine's architecture reflects the traditional Japanese style with its tiled roofs and wooden structures. Visitors can explore the shrine's grounds, which include several shrines and temples, as well as the nearby Matsuyama Castle.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Miasaka
- Kami enshrined
- Miasaka
- Coordinates
- 34.0630728, 133.0065348
Visitor tip
For visitors looking to experience a traditional Shinto ceremony, be sure to attend one of the shrine's regular services, which take place at dawn and dusk.
Cultural notes
Miasaka Shrine is known for its association with the legend of the 'seven hundred riddles,' a famous story from Japanese folklore. According to the legend, the kami Miasaka was challenged by a group of Buddhist monks who presented it with seven hundred riddles, which the kami successfully answered.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in the Edo period (1603-1868), during the rule of Tokugawa Ieyasu.