Located in the city of Akita, 日影稲荷神社 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu's consort, Susanoo-no-Mikoto's cousin Yamatsumi. The shrine's name "日影" refers to the shadow cast by the nearby mountain, while "稲荷" signifies its association with rice and prosperity.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Yamatsumi
- Kami enshrined
- Yamatsumi, a Shinto deity of water and fertility
- Coordinates
- 39.7568668, 140.0714024
Visitor tip
Visitors can purify themselves before entering the shrine by passing through a traditional torii gate and performing a gentle bow at the shrine's entrance.
Cultural notes
This shrine is one of the few in Japan that enshrines a kami associated with water, reflecting its location near the coast. The shrine's architecture also features a unique style influenced by the Akita region's distinct cultural heritage.
Historical note
The shrine was built during the Edo period (1603-1868) to honor the founding of Akita City.