Tasumi-no-mikoto Shrine, dedicated to the Shinto deity of rice and fertility, is located in Okayama Prefecture. The shrine's architecture reflects the traditional style of Okayama, with a main hall and a torii gate. While the primary deity is not explicitly stated, rice-related kami are commonly found at shrines throughout Japan.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tasumi-no-tsurugi
- Kami enshrined
- Tasumi-no-tsurugi, a Shinto deity of rice
- Coordinates
- 34.6706838, 133.9308566
Visitor tip
Visitors can purchase local specialties like Okayama-grown rice and sake at the shrine's gift shop.
Cultural notes
As a fertility shrine, Tasumi-no-mikoto Shrine is often visited by women seeking blessings for marriage and childbirth. The shrine also hosts an annual festival to celebrate the harvest season.
Historical note
The shrine was rebuilt after World War II, but its history dates back to the Edo period.