Resha no Tsuki-jinja, a Shinto shrine located in the heart of Osaka, Japan, is dedicated to the god of sun, moon, and rain. The shrine's name, meaning 'Sun Goddess' or 'Shinny Sun', reflects its association with the celestial bodies that shape the natural world. As one of the oldest shrines in Osaka, it has been an important cultural and spiritual hub for over 500 years.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- null
- Kami enshrined
- Tennōō, Shinten, Take Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 34.7174922, 135.4412628
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine at dawn or dusk to witness the beautiful sunrise or sunset, when the light illuminates the vermilion torii gate and the shrine's surroundings.
Cultural notes
As a kami enshrined deity is not known for住吉神社, it is possible that the shrine is dedicated to an ancestral spirit or local god. The shrine also holds importance in the local festival calendar, particularly during the spring and autumn equinoxes. Its unique architectural feature is the 'shinmei-den', a wooden hall with a tiled roof that houses the shrine's treasure, including sacred scrolls and ritual tools.
Historical note
The shrine was originally founded during the Heian period (794-1185 CE), but its current form was established during the Kamakura period (1185-1333 CE).