Located in the city of Tateishi, Chiba Prefecture, 橘樹神社 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deity of plum trees. The shrine's name, 'Orchid Tree Shrine', reflects its primary kami, the Plum Blossom Goddess (Ume no Kaminarimonokami) and other forest deities. The shrine's architecture is characteristic of traditional Chibana-style shrines, featuring a main hall with a thatched roof and a wooden torii gate.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Plum Blossom Goddess
- Kami enshrined
- Plum Blossom Goddess, Forest Deities
- Coordinates
- 35.4895141, 140.3057483
Visitor tip
To respect the shrine's traditions, visitors should remove their shoes before entering the shrine grounds and refrain from taking photos inside the main hall.
Cultural notes
This shrine is known for its beautiful plum blossoms, which bloom in late February. The shrine also hosts an annual Plum Blossom Festival (Ume Matsuri) to celebrate the blooming of the trees.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in the 17th century during the Edo period.