Located in the picturesque town of Kurokawa, on the northern coast of Niigata Prefecture, Sanridolfusha Shrine is a serene Shinto sanctuary nestled amidst lush forests and rolling hills. Dedicated to the kami, Fujin Ryujin, god of wind and water, this shrine embodies the harmonious balance between nature and human existence.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Fujin Ryujin
- Kami enshrined
- Fujin Ryujin
- Coordinates
- 38.0314603, 138.3794825
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's tranquil atmosphere, visit during sunrise or sunset when the surrounding forest is bathed in golden light.
Cultural notes
Sanridolfusha Shrine is known for its unique 'matsuri no iri,' a festival where visitors can experience the spiritual energy of the shrine by walking through a sacred path lined with lanterns and participating in a traditional wind instrument performance.
Historical note
Founded in 1601 by Tokugawa Iemitsu during the Edo period, Sanridolfusha Shrine has served as a prominent Shinto site for over four centuries.