A Shinto shrine in Fukushima Prefecture dedicated to Raijin, the Japanese deity of thunder and lightning. The shrine serves as a place of worship for the thunder god, reflecting the deep connection between Shinto practice and natural phenomena in Japanese religious tradition.
- Denomination
- Raijin
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Raijin (thunder deity)
- Kami enshrined
- Raijin
- Coordinates
- 37.6387252, 140.9376747
Visitor tip
Thunder shrines are often visited during stormy seasons for protection prayers.
Cultural notes
Raijin is one of Japan's most recognizable thunder deities, often depicted as a fearsome demon carrying drums that produce thunder. Thunder shrines like this one traditionally serve communities seeking protection from storms and natural disasters.