Kominaga Shrine, located in Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deity Kunitsutsuji, associated with rice cultivation and fertility. The shrine is situated near the Sumida River and features a unique octagonal torii gate, typical of Edo-period architecture.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kunitsutsuji
- Kami enshrined
- Kunitsutsuji
- Coordinates
- 35.567704, 139.6363769
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit at dawn or dusk to see the reflection of the torii gate in the Sumida River.
Cultural notes
This shrine is connected to the mythology of rice cultivation and fertility. In times of famine, offerings were made to Kunitsutsuji to ensure a bountiful harvest.
Historical note
Built in 1721 during the Edo period.