The Five-Storehouse Shrine, located in Gunma Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of good fortune and prosperity. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as a major hub for trade and commerce during the Edo period. Its traditional style features a large torii gate and several smaller shrines within its grounds, each representing a different aspect of the Five Storehouses: grain, salt, iron, copper, and silver.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Toshigami
- Kami enshrined
- Toshigami
- Coordinates
- 36.1608813, 139.4690351
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, visit the shrine early in the morning or after 4 pm when local shops close.
Cultural notes
The shrine is connected to the Japanese mythology of the 'Five Storehouses,' which symbolize the virtues of industry and hard work. Visitors can participate in traditional festivals, such as the 'Shinseki-taishi no Hi' (Grain-Giving Day), held annually in May.
Historical note
Founded in 1715 during the Great Tokugawa Shogunate.