This Shinto shrine, located in the city of Sotenbori, is dedicated to the kami of rice and prosperity. The shrine's main hall is a beautiful example of traditional Japanese architecture, with a tiled roof and sliding doors made of cypress wood. Visitors can admire the intricate carvings on the wooden torii gate and walk through the serene garden filled with rice paper lanterns.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Jishu kami
- Kami enshrined
- Jishu kami, God of rice and prosperity
- Coordinates
- 35.6964281, 139.7692563
Visitor tip
To experience the shrine's festive atmosphere, visit during the annual 'Joya no Kane' bell ringing ceremony, which typically takes place on New Year's Day.
Cultural notes
This shrine is closely associated with the Japanese concept of 'fudoshin,' or immortality through virtue. As a symbol of this philosophy, the shrine features a statue of Amaterasu, the Shinto sun goddess, with her hand holding a lotus flower, which represents spiritual growth.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built in the Heian period (794-1185 CE), but it has undergone several renovations over the centuries.