Located in the heart of Yamagata, Hiraegi-juku Eight-Facing Temple is a historic Shinto temple dedicated to the storm god Susanoo-no-Mikoto and the god of rice, Inari Okami. The temple's name reflects its location along the Hiraegi River, which played a crucial role in the region's history as a major rice-growing center.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Susanoo-no-Mikoto, Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Susanoo, Inari
- Coordinates
- 38.3783794, 140.2708179
Visitor tip
Visit the temple's museum to learn about its history and see exhibits on traditional crafts such as rice-planting tools and Hiraegi River navigation techniques.
Cultural notes
Hiraegi-juku Eight-Facing Temple is connected to the myth of Susanoo-no-Mikoto, who was said to have brought a storm to the region. The temple's architecture reflects this connection, with its distinctive red-tiled roof and wooden pillars evoking the image of a tree.
Historical note
Founded during the Kamakura period, the temple has been rebuilt several times due to earthquakes and fires, with the current structure dating back to the Edo period.