Spring Day Shrine, located in Kyoto Prefecture, is a Shinto temple dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu. The shrine's main hall, the Haiden, features a striking vermilion roof and a large torii gate that symbolizes the gateway between the mortal world and the divine realm. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which include several smaller shrines and a beautiful garden.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu, Susanoo-no-Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 34.8581512, 135.6178804
Visitor tip
To respect the shrine's tranquility, visitors should refrain from taking photos inside the Haiden main hall and wait for permission before taking pictures of the torii gate.
Cultural notes
Spring Day Shrine is associated with the mythology of the sun goddess Amaterasu, who was said to have visited the shrine during a time of great drought. The shrine's garden features several types of plants that are believed to be favored by the goddess, including cherry blossoms and bamboo.
Historical note
The current shrine was rebuilt in 1582 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, who aimed to consolidate his power in Kyoto.