田中神社 is a Shinto shrine located in Katsuyama City, Shiga Prefecture, dedicated to the kami of rice and agriculture. The shrine's architecture reflects the traditional Japanese style, with a wooden torii gate and a rectangular worship hall. Despite its rural location, the shrine attracts visitors from nearby cities and towns seeking blessings for good harvests and prosperity.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tenjin
- Kami enshrined
- Tenjin, Shintoku, Nioi-no-kami
- Coordinates
- 34.928032, 135.7406604
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, consider visiting early morning or late afternoon when the shrine is less crowded.
Cultural notes
The shrine's main deity, Tenjin, is revered as a patron of learning and culture. The shrine also enshrines the kami of rice, Shintoku, and the rice-protecting spirit, Nioi-no-kami.
Historical note
Founded in the 8th century during the Nara period, when rice cultivation was introduced to the region.