Located in Gunma Prefecture, Upper Tangsu Iceflow Shrine is a Shinto temple dedicated to the kami (deities) believed to reside within the nearby natural springs. As one of Japan's oldest shrines, it has played a significant role in local spiritual practices and festivals for centuries. Its architecture reflects traditional Japanese styles, with a focus on harmony between nature and human settlements.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tsukuyomi, Tamayuzaki, and other local deities
- Kami enshrined
- Tsukuyomi, Tamayuzaki
- Coordinates
- 36.0313209, 139.3365472
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's natural surroundings, visit at dawn or dusk when the misty atmosphere enhances its serene beauty.
Cultural notes
Upper Tangsu Iceflow Shrine is connected to the Japanese legend of a samurai who turned into an ice statue and was later enshrined as a guardian deity. The temple also celebrates the annual 'Sekijō no Matsuri' festival, honoring the spring water that flows through its grounds.
Historical note
Its origins date back to the Nara period (710-794 CE), making it over 1,200 years old.