Kawagoe Jinja is a Shinto shrine located in the Japanese prefecture of Shizuoka, dedicated to the god of rice and fertility. The shrine is situated at the foot of Mount Atagake, near the village of Kiyosu, which was once an important center for the production of sake and other grains. The shrine's main hall is a traditional example of Edo-period architecture, featuring a tiled roof and sliding doors made of wood. The grounds also include several smaller shrines dedicated to various deities associated with agriculture and fertility.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Atagake-no-kami
- Kami enshrined
- Atagake-no-kami, Kuwabishamon
- Coordinates
- 34.8941728, 138.0380634
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine's sake brewery, which produces traditional sake using ancient methods and ingredients.
Cultural notes
Kawagoe Jinja is closely associated with the Japanese festival of Obon, where visitors come to honor the spirits of their ancestors. The shrine also hosts an annual festival in July, featuring traditional dances, music, and food. Additionally, the shrine's grounds are said to be inhabited by the local kami, Atagake-no-kami, who is believed to protect the village from natural disasters.
Historical note
The shrine was established in the 17th century during the Edo period.