Located in the city of Matsue, Shimane Prefecture, Ose Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of ironworking, stone carving, and craftsmanship, Inazumanokami. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period, with a characteristic false door (fudo) on the front gate. Visitors can witness the intricate stone carvings, which are said to be Inazumanokami's sacred tools.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inazumanokami
- Kami enshrined
- Inazumanokami
- Coordinates
- 34.4226511, 132.3866524
Visitor tip
Try to visit the shrine during the Stone Carving Festival (Gyoryu Matsuri) in October for a glimpse into the shrine's rich cultural heritage.
Cultural notes
Ose Shrine is connected to the legend of Inazumanokami, said to have created the legendary sword 'Kakizome no Tsurugi' with his sacred tools. The shrine also hosts a unique festival in May where craftsmen showcase their skills in stone carving and ironworking.
Historical note
Founded during the Nara period, around 710 CE.