Located in the town of Matsue, Shimane Prefecture, this Shinto shrine is dedicated to the sea and fertility. The 'genkan' at the entrance is adorned with a beautiful wooden beam, while the interior is decorated with intricate carvings. Visitors can walk along the nearby Matsue River, which offers stunning views of the Higashi Matsue Castle and the historic city center.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kane, Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Kane, Inari
- Coordinates
- 36.1183124, 133.0720639
Visitor tip
To avoid sunburn during your visit to the shrine, arrive early and stand in the shade provided by the tree near the entrance.
Cultural notes
This shrine is believed to be associated with the sea god, Kane, as well as the rice goddess, Amaterasu. The enshrined kami include Kane and Inari, demonstrating a connection between Shintoism and local maritime trade.
Historical note
The shrine was established in the Edo period (1603-1868), originally as a fishing village shrine dedicated to Otori Tadakuni's deity, who watched over the local fishermen.