Located in the scenic town of Matsue, Odaigahara Shrine is dedicated to the god of the mountain and fertility, Hachiman-gami. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as a sacred site, with many buildings dating back to the Edo period. Visitors can explore the shrine's beautiful gardens and take in the stunning views of Matsue City.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hachiman-gami
- Kami enshrined
- Hachiman-gami, Shinmei, Fusukuni
- Coordinates
- 35.0915271, 133.0462859
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, consider visiting Odaigahara Shrine early in the morning or later in the evening.
Cultural notes
This shrine is associated with Hachiman-gami, the god of war and patron deity of samurai. The shrine also hosts an annual festival in May to celebrate the deity's arrival at the shrine.
Historical note
The shrine was established in 1590 by Matsudaira Hirotada, a daimyo lord from the Matsudaira clan.