Small Matsusaka Shrine in Shiga Prefecture is dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu, with a focus on the region's agricultural prosperity. Dedicated to Minamoto no Yoshitsune, a legendary samurai from the Heian period, small Matsusaka Shrine is renowned for its beautiful garden and historic wooden structures.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- null
- Coordinates
- 34.9698365, 135.7765263
Visitor tip
Visit during the autumn season to see the shrine's colorful maple trees, or stop by the nearby Matsudaike Park for a tranquil stroll along the Lake Biwa shoreline.
Cultural notes
The shrine is associated with Minamoto no Yoshitsune, who was said to have received divine assistance from the kami of the region. During the Edo Period (1603-1867), the shrine played a significant role in the local economy as a center for ceremonial agriculture and harvest festivals.
Historical note
Established in the Kamakura Period (1185-1333),