The Okuho no Iro no Mae Hikari no Michi shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Yasugi, Tottori Prefecture. Dedicated to the god of fire and the sun, it is said that the shrine's main hall was built using sacred cedar wood from the nearby forest. The shrine is famous for its beautiful autumn foliage and is often visited by locals during the fall season. The shrine's architecture reflects a traditional Japanese style, with a vermilion torii gate and a five-story pagoda.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Okuho no Iro
- Kami enshrined
- Okuho no Iro, Other kami
- Coordinates
- 35.5129849, 134.189859
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the autumn foliage, it is recommended to visit the shrine early in the morning or late in the afternoon when the light is softest.
Cultural notes
This shrine is dedicated to Okuho no Iro, a god of fire and the sun who was revered by the ancient Yasugi people. The shrine's architecture and design are influenced by the traditional Japanese style of the Heian period.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built in 1632 and has undergone several renovations over the years.