Located in the town of Hatusaka, Saitama Prefecture, Meta-jitetsu-sa is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami Metabikuni-Ō no Okami and Ueguchi no Kami. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period style, with its main hall featuring a curved roof. Visitors can admire the beautiful autumn foliage and explore the shrine grounds, which include a museum showcasing local history and culture.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Metabikuni-Ō no Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Metabikuni-Ō no Okami, Ueguchi no Kami
- Coordinates
- 35.7893218, 139.3546134
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's tranquility, visit at dawn or dusk when possible, as these times offer the best viewing conditions for the autumn leaves.
Cultural notes
Metabikuni-Ō no Okami is a popular kami associated with good luck and prosperity. The shrine also hosts an annual Autumn Leaves Festival to celebrate the changing of the seasons.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built in the Edo period, during the reign of Tokugawa Iemitsu.