Kami Futsu no Okami Shrine, also known as the諏訪神社, is a Shinto shrine located in Yamanashi Prefecture, dedicated to the kami of the river that flows through it. The shrine is particularly famous for its beautiful gardens and traditional architecture. The shrine's history dates back to 712 when the Emperor Temmu sent an emissary named Nagaya no Osomo to pray at this sacred site.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kunitsukami
- Kami enshrined
- Kunitsukami, Futsu no Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.2578321, 139.0493834
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit early in the morning or late in the evening when the sun casts a golden glow on its gardens.
Cultural notes
This shrine is closely connected to the mythology of the Japanese water spirit, Kappa, which is said to inhabit the river and can be seen by visitors who bring offerings of sake, oranges, and cucumbers. The shrine's traditional architecture features a unique hipped roof and a sacred pond where visitors can purify themselves before praying.
Historical note
The shrine was restored in 1198 during the Kamakura period.