Daylight Shrine, dedicated to the Sun Goddess Amaterasu and the Rice God Susanoo, is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period style, with a main hall made of wood and a vermilion torii gate. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which feature a large pond, walking paths, and various shrines dedicated to other kami.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Susanoo
- Kami enshrined
- Susanoo, Amaterasu
- Coordinates
- 36.7366726, 139.5428499
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine's main hall during sunrise or sunset for a serene experience, and try to make an offering of mochi at the torii gate.
Cultural notes
This shrine is famous for its annual Cherry Blossom Festival, where visitors can enjoy hanami under the blooming sakura trees. The shrine also hosts the Utsunomiya Matsuri festival in August, which features parades and traditional performances.
Historical note
The shrine was established in 1576 during the Sengoku period.