Located in the mountains of Gunma Prefecture, small Sakazura Shrine is dedicated to Tamayama no Okami, a regional kami who watches over the forest and its inhabitants. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design, with a wooden torii gate and a moss-covered vermilion torii door. Visitors can explore the surrounding forest and enjoy scenic views of the nearby valley.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tamayama no Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Tamayama no Okami, Other kami associated with the shrine
- Coordinates
- 36.4294185, 139.1113726
Visitor tip
To appreciate the shrine's natural surroundings, consider visiting early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid crowds.
Cultural notes
Sakazura Shrine is associated with the mythology of Tamayama no Okami, a kami believed to reside in the forest and watch over its inhabitants. The shrine also celebrates the annual Sakazura Matsuri festival, which honors the arrival of autumn and the harvest season.
Historical note
Founded in 1452 during the Muromachi period.