Day枝 Shrine, located in the town of Daigo in Ibaraki Prefecture, is dedicated to Mutsu no Okami, a local kami associated with fishing and the sea. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period's influence on Shinto construction.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Mutsu no Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Mutsu no Okami, Hikoboshi, Toshigusa, Takegami
- Coordinates
- 35.8274032, 139.9288136
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine at dawn or dusk to catch a glimpse of the beautiful sunrise or sunset reflections in the nearby Daigo River.
Cultural notes
Day枝 Shrine is closely tied to the local fishing industry, and its main festival, Mutsu no Okami Matsuri, honors the kami's role as protector of fishermen and their catches. The shrine also features a unique bell tower known as 'tsukubai' that visitors can use for purification.
Historical note
The shrine was rebuilt during the Edo period (1603-1867) after being destroyed by fire.