Located in Shiga Prefecture, 駿河國中二十二神 Shrine is dedicated to the Twenty-Two Kami of Shino Province, a region that corresponds to modern-day Shiga and Fukui Prefectures. The shrine's architecture reflects its Heian-era origins, with a simple but elegant design featuring a tiled roof and wooden pillars. Visitors can experience the traditional Japanese atmosphere by strolling through the serene gardens and admiring the shrine's well-preserved historical structures.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Twenty-Two Kami
- Kami enshrined
- Fujiwara no Mikado, Yamato Takeru, Shinwa no Okami, Mikoto no Nakatsu, Kuni no Chikihime, Tsukiyomi no Okami, Ōkuninushi, Hoko Mori, Inari Ō no Kami, Taka no Hiraoki, Yatsuhime no Okami, Suzuru no Okami, Shiratama no Kami, Kanayamata no Kagura, Iwai no Kagura, Tenjin no Kami, Inari Ō no Kami, Tsukiyomi no Kami, Ōkuninushi, Mikoto no Nakatsu, Hoko Mori, Shinwa no Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.0238688, 135.7849974
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's atmosphere, arrive early in the morning or late in the afternoon when the light is soft and warm, ideal for photography.
Cultural notes
This shrine is particularly notable for its association with the Twenty-Two Kami of Shino Province, a group of deities believed to have inhabited the region before the introduction of Buddhism. Visitors can learn more about these kami through the shrine's exhibits and traditional festivals, which often feature traditional music, dance, and food.
Historical note
The shrine was founded during the Heian period (794-1185 CE), a time of great cultural and artistic achievement in Japan.