Sōmen-jinja Shrine in Hyogo Prefecture is dedicated to the kami of sake and brewing. According to legend, the shrine was established by a local brewer who wanted to ensure a good harvest. The shrine's architecture reflects its purpose as a place of purification for both brewers and their ingredients. Visitors can try some local sake and sample seasonal delicacies at the shrine's designated drinking areas.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tsukuyomi
- Kami enshrined
- Tsukuyomi, Shinmei
- Coordinates
- 34.8906864, 134.5641414
Visitor tip
Try some of the local junmai sake available only at the shrine's sake bar, which is heated by a special stone stove.
Cultural notes
Sōmen-jinja Shrine is also famous for its unique sake-brewing ceremony, where participants wear traditional clothing and participate in a ritual to purify their equipment. The shrine is often visited during the Sake Festival (August), when locals celebrate with sake tastings and traditional games.
Historical note
The shrine was rebuilt in 1710 after being destroyed by an earthquake.