Four-Sided Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of prosperity and good fortune, Kofuku Okami, as well as the gods of rice, sake, and women's virtue. The shrine is located in the heart of the Japanese Alps and is one of Japan's most beautiful shrines, with its four-sided layout and stunning mountain views.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kofuku Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Fudo Myōo, Mikoto no Sukihi
- Coordinates
- 34.741697, 137.6150851
Visitor tip
To fully experience the serene atmosphere of the shrine, visit early morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds and take a walk through the surrounding forests.
Cultural notes
As a Shinto shrine located in the mountains, the Four-Sided Shrine is deeply connected to the natural world and the concept of 'yūgen,' or the profound and mysterious sense of the beauty of the universe. The shrine's unique four-sided layout is said to reflect the balance and harmony between nature and humanity.
Historical note
The shrine was built in 1634 during the Edo period.