Nagatsuma Shrine, located in Shimane Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of agriculture and fertility. The shrine's name, 'Kasedan-jinja', literally means 'horse-god shrine'. This unique name reflects the importance of horses in ancient Japanese society, particularly during the Edo period when they played a crucial role in agriculture and transportation.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hachiman
- Kami enshrined
- Hachiman
- Coordinates
- 34.4328596, 132.4576565
Visitor tip
Visitors can try their hand at traditional Japanese archery, 'yabusame', which is often performed as part of shrine ceremonies.
Cultural notes
Nagatsuma Shrine is known for its unique architecture, featuring a distinctive curved roof and ornate wooden decorations. The shrine is also famous for its horse statue, said to be a sacred horse from the Heian period.
Historical note
Founded in 1716 by Lord Matsudaira Hikohiro, a daimyo from the Nagoya region.