見織神社 is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Nagaoka, Niigata Prefecture. Dedicated to the kami of spinning and weaving, it is one of the oldest shrines in Japan, with a history dating back to the Edo period. The shrine's architecture reflects its role as a provider of good luck and prosperity for textile workers.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Taka-Mikoto
- Kami enshrined
- Taka Mikoto, the god of spinning and weaving
- Coordinates
- 37.2639584, 138.3868435
Visitor tip
To honor the kami, visitors can spin or weave a small cloth at the designated spinning post near the main gate.
Cultural notes
As a kami associated with textiles, the shrine is often visited by weavers, embroiderers, and textile enthusiasts. Locals also perform rituals to ensure good luck and prosperity for their businesses.
Historical note
The shrine was founded during the Edo period and has been continuously maintained since then.