Love Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the Kofu region of Yamanashi Prefecture, dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu Omikami and the god Susanoo-no-Mikoto. The shrine's name, Love Shrine, is derived from its association with love, fertility, and prosperity. The shrine complex features a beautiful garden and a wooden torii gate, reflecting the traditional Japanese architectural style of the Heian period.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami, Susanoo-no-Mikoto
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Omikami, Susanoo-no-Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 35.6688588, 138.5760669
Visitor tip
To make the most of your visit to Love Shrine, be sure to bring an offering of sake or fruit for the gods, and take a moment to stroll through the serene garden before praying at the shrine.
Cultural notes
Love Shrine is closely tied to the mythological legend of Susanoo-no-Mikoto's arrival in Japan, who was said to have brought fire and fertility to the land. The shrine also hosts an annual festival in September, known as the 'Susanoo Matsuri', which honors the god's visit.
Historical note
Founded in 748 AD by Prince Nagaya no Asaka no Suke, a nobleman who lived in the Kofu region.