Located in the rural town of Kurayoshi, Shimane Prefecture, Agrisya Kugami Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deity of rice and agriculture. The shrine's architecture reflects its regional style, with a traditional Japanese building surrounded by a lush forest. According to local legend, the shrine was established in 1877 by a farmer who prayed for a bountiful harvest after a devastating flood. Today, the shrine is famous for its beautiful cherry blossom trees and traditional folk festivals held during the spring equinox and autumn leaves seasons.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ama-no-Mikage
- Kami enshrined
- Ama-no-Mikage
- Coordinates
- 34.3410293, 132.6909709
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine's main hall during the spring equinox festival to witness the traditional rice-planting ritual, where priests perform a purification ceremony to ensure a good harvest.
Cultural notes
Agrisya Kugami Shrine is closely associated with the legend of the 'Kagami River', which is said to have been created by the deity's tears. The shrine's name literally means 'Rice God's Pool' in Japanese.
Historical note
Established in 1877