Dayrei Jinja, a Shinto shrine located in Setagaya, Tokyo, is dedicated to the kami of the same name. The shrine is situated in a peaceful forested area and features a traditional Japanese garden. Its architectural style reflects the Heian period, with a distinctive red tiled roof. The shrine's history dates back to 1630, during the Edo period, when it was relocated from its original location due to urbanization.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Dayrei
- Kami enshrined
- Dayrei
- Coordinates
- 35.5208677, 139.5376529
Visitor tip
For visitors interested in photography, be sure to capture a shot of the shrine's traditional torii gate at dawn or dusk when the sunlight filters through the trees.
Cultural notes
Dayrei Jinja is associated with the mythology of rice cultivation and fertility. The shrine's patron kami is believed to bring good fortune and prosperity to those who visit in search of a successful harvest.
Historical note
The shrine was rebuilt in its current form in 1704.