Located in the town of Mairu, Shimane Prefecture, 才诺木神社 (Nakanozuka Shrine) is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami Nakanozuka no Okami. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as an important site for the production and sale of sake. Built in 1671 during the Edo period, the shrine features a traditional Japanese-style wooden torii gate and a large ceremonial hall with a tiled roof.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Nakanozuka no Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Nakanozuka no Okami
- Coordinates
- 34.4525621, 132.476217
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit at sunset when the setting sun casts a warm glow over the torii gate.
Cultural notes
Nakanozuka Shrine is known for its strong connection to the local sake industry. The shrine's priests are said to offer blessings and prayers to the kami before each sake production process, believed to ensure high-quality sake.
Historical note
Built in 1671 during the Edo period.