Located in the city of Fujieda, Shizuoka Prefecture, Eight Clouds Shrine is a historic Shinto site dedicated to the deity of rice and fertility. The shrine's name is inspired by the eight clouds that are said to have appeared at its founding.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Susamemori Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Cloud God, Susamemori Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.1277525, 138.4382679
Visitor tip
For a unique experience, visit during the annual Fujieda Rice Festival in August, where visitors can participate in traditional rice harvest rituals.
Cultural notes
Eight Clouds Shrine is associated with the local mythology of the 'cloud god' who protects the area's rice crops. The shrine's main hall features an intricate wooden structure with a distinctive curved roof, characteristic of Heian-period architecture.
Historical note
The shrine was rebuilt after the Edo period (1603-1867), but its roots date back to the early Heian period (794-1185).