Located in the mountains of Tochigi Prefecture, Taki-Usagi Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of good luck and prosperity, Usagi. The shrine's name, which translates to 'tail of the rabbit,' refers to a mythical symbol associated with the deity. According to local legend, the shrine was founded during the Heian period, around 900 AD, by a farmer who discovered an ancient tree with a unique shape resembling a rabbit's tail.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Usagi
- Kami enshrined
- Usagi
- Coordinates
- 36.5506802, 139.8663776
Visitor tip
To avoid getting wet, visit Taki-Usagi Shrine early in the morning or later in the afternoon to avoid the afternoon rain showers.
Cultural notes
Taki-Usagi Shrine is famous for its unique architecture, which features a large wooden torii gate and a distinctive thatched roof. The shrine's interior houses several small shrines dedicated to other kami, including Ryujin, the god of the sea, and Fujin, the god of wind.
Historical note
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