Taida Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the Taiga region of Hokkaido, Japan. The shrine is dedicated to the protection of hunters and the abundance of nature. Its architecture reflects the traditional style of Hokkaido's rural shrines, with a wooden torii gate and a stone shrine building.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- null
- Kami enshrined
- Tsuchikage, Shishigamoriyama
- Coordinates
- 43.7448768, 142.5783511
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's natural surroundings, visitors can hike one of the nearby trails and enjoy the scenic views of Lake Sounokochi.
Cultural notes
Taida Shrine is associated with the Shishigamoriyama, a legendary figure in Japanese folklore believed to be the spirit of a hunter. The shrine also participates in the annual 'Hunters' Festival', which celebrates the protection of hunters and the natural world.
Historical note
The shrine was established in the Edo period (1603-1867), during the reign of Tokugawa Iemitsu.