Located in the city of Takamatsu, Shikibu-ku, in the Kagawa Prefecture, the Aratami Daimingan Shrine is dedicated to the god of rice and agriculture. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese designs with a tiled roof and sliding doors. The deity enshrined here is Kamado-gami, the god of agriculture and fertility. The shrine is said to be especially revered by farmers in the region for its ability to bring bountiful harvests.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kamado-gami
- Kami enshrined
- Kamado-gami
- Coordinates
- 34.3947494, 134.0444605
Visitor tip
To make a respectful offering, visitors should first purify their hands with sake or water at the temizuya before making any prayers.
Cultural notes
Kamado-gami is believed to be the kami of the mountains and the god of agriculture. The shrine's autumn festival honors this deity with traditional dances and offerings.
Historical note
The shrine was rebuilt in 1717 after an earthquake destroyed the original structure.