Tokiwagarten Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the Tokiwa district of Ibaraki Prefecture, dedicated to the god of agriculture and fertility. The shrine is situated near a lake and is famous for its beautiful gardens and traditional architecture. Built during the Edo period, the shrine has undergone several renovations and expansions over the centuries. Today, it remains an important cultural and spiritual site in the region.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kamaitachi-san
- Kami enshrined
- Kamaitachi-san, Taka-Okami, Sasabagi-no-kami
- Coordinates
- 36.2410642, 140.3303488
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's gardens, visit early in the morning when the mist is still rising from the lake.
Cultural notes
The shrine is associated with the god of agriculture and fertility, Kamaitachi-san. The Tokiwagarten Shrine hosts an annual Autumn Leaves Festival (Koyo Matsuri) to celebrate the changing colors of the leaves.
Historical note
Built during the Edo period (1603-1868)