A local shrine in Fukushima Prefecture dedicated to agricultural prosperity and farming success. The name suggests connections to traditional farming tools and cultivation practices that were central to rural communities in the region.
- Denomination
- Agricultural
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Agricultural and farming deities
- Kami enshrined
- Agricultural deities, Farming protection kami
- Coordinates
- 37.0564969, 140.885876
Visitor tip
Visit during rice planting or harvest seasons when the shrine's agricultural significance is most apparent.
Cultural notes
The shrine name contains references to farming implements, reflecting the central role of agriculture in traditional Japanese society and the spiritual protection sought for successful harvests.
Historical note
Established to serve the agricultural communities of Fukushima, this shrine reflects the deep connection between Shinto practice and farming life that characterized rural Japan for centuries.