Located in Odawara, Kanagawa Prefecture, Nose Black Rice Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of rice, sake, and prosperity. The shrine is famous for its beautiful black rice festivals, held twice a year to celebrate the harvest season. During these festivities, visitors can participate in traditional rituals and enjoy local delicacies such as black rice wine and sweets.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Nose Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Nose Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.3432714, 139.4877375
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit at dawn when the sun rises over the shrine grounds, creating a stunning golden glow on the black rice fields.
Cultural notes
Nose Black Rice Shrine is also associated with the legend of the 'Yuki-onna', or Snow Maiden, who was said to have appeared to locals and brought prosperity in exchange for food offerings. The shrine's black rice festivals are believed to be a way to honor this spirit and ensure a bountiful harvest.
Historical note
Nose Black Rice Shrine was originally founded during the Nara period (710-794 CE) and has since undergone several renovations and expansions throughout its history.