御門神社, located in the town of Matsue in Shimane Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of the gate, Shimo no Hikoboshi, and the gods of prosperity and good fortune. The shrine's architecture reflects its connection to the nearby Matsue Castle, with traditional Japanese building materials and design elements incorporated into its construction.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Shimo no Hikoboshi
- Kami enshrined
- Shimo no Hikoboshi, Ryujin
- Coordinates
- 34.5580855, 133.2380519
Visitor tip
To fully experience the charm of御門神社, visit at sunset when the setting sun illuminates the shrine's beautiful torii gate.
Cultural notes
The shrine is famous for its association with the legend of Urashima Taro, a fisherman who fell in love with a princess from the underwater kingdom of Ryujin. The shrine's main hall is adorned with paintings depicting this legend.
Historical note
The shrine was established in 1594 as a Buddhist temple, but was later converted to Shintoism during the Edo period.