A Shinto shrine dedicated to dragon deities, reflecting the important role of dragon worship in Japanese folk religion and water-related spiritual practices.
- Denomination
- Dragon deity worship
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Dragon deity (Ryujin)
- Kami enshrined
- Ryujin
- Coordinates
- 35.1105241, 136.8719461
Visitor tip
Look for dragon motifs in the shrine's decorative elements and architecture.
Cultural notes
Dragon deities in Japanese Shinto are often associated with water, rainfall, and agricultural prosperity. Ryujin, the dragon king, is a prominent figure in Japanese mythology governing seas and water sources.