Tsumebaya Shrine, located in Saga Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of the sea and the founder of the Takeda clan. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as a major port city during the Edo period. Visitors can explore the shrine's traditional buildings, including a five-story pagoda and a large torii gate.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Sennō Sanzengū
- Kami enshrined
- Sennō Sanzengū, Takeda no Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 33.1889412, 129.8992894
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's history, visitors should arrive early to avoid crowds and take a stroll along the nearby harbor to see the shrine's beautiful sea views.
Cultural notes
Tsumebaya Shrine is associated with the mythology of the Takeda clan and the god of the sea, Sennō Sanzengū. The shrine also celebrates the annual Wakaki Matsuri festival in October, which honors the founding of the shrine and features traditional dances and offerings to the kami.
Historical note
Founded in 1610 by Tokugawa Iemitsu.