Dayo-jinja, a Shinto shrine located in Fukui Prefecture, is dedicated to the kami of good fortune and prosperity. The shrine is believed to have been founded during the Heian period (794-1185 CE) as a humble torii gate at a sacred site on the shore of Lake Katsura. Over time, it evolved into a major Shinto shrine with an impressive structure featuring a three-story pagoda, a five-story pagoda, and several shrines dedicated to other kami.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ryūjin
- Kami enshrined
- Ryūjin, Dayo-tsuchi-no-kami, Yoshida-no-Okami
- Coordinates
- 36.0067698, 136.1984577
Visitor tip
To experience the best of Dayo-jinja's good fortune energy, visit the shrine at dawn or dusk when the sun's rays illuminate the torii gate.
Cultural notes
This shrine is closely associated with the legend of Ryūjin, the Shinto god of the sea and ruler of the dragons. It is also famous for its unique architectural style, which blends traditional Shinto elements with Buddhist influences.
Historical note
The shrine was renovated in 1638 during the Edo period (1603-1867 CE) by Tokugawa Iemitsu.