Katsuragi-no-Kami Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the local god of fertility and prosperity, located in Katsuragi Town, Shiga Prefecture. The shrine's architecture reflects the traditional Japanese style, with a main hall and several smaller shrines. According to legend, the shrine was established by the emperor Tenji in 669 AD, making it one of the oldest shrines in Japan.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Katsuragi-no-Kami
- Kami enshrined
- Hokuto no Okami, Yamato Tsukimi, Ninigi no Kami
- Coordinates
- 35.1478586, 136.1739305
Visitor tip
To fully experience the shrine's tranquility, visit at dawn or dusk when the sun's rays illuminate the torii gate.
Cultural notes
Katsuragi-no-Kami is often invoked for fertility and prosperity, and its festival, Tenno-matsuri, celebrates the emperor's birthday. The shrine also has a unique architectural feature, with a wooden torii gate carved from a single tree trunk.
Historical note
The shrine was originally known as Katsuragi-jinja and was considered an important center for local worship during the Nara period.