High Tree Shrine, located in Fukuoka Prefecture, is dedicated to the kami, Ryujin, and enshrined deities, including the water god, Kamado-no-Oyamatsumi, and the mountain goddess, Yatagarasu. This shrine showcases a unique blend of architectural styles, featuring a large wooden gate and a vermilion torii gate adorned with plum blossoms. Visitors can explore the serene gardens and walkways while contemplating the sacred energy of the site.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ryujin
- Kami enshrined
- Ryujin, Kamado-no-Oyamatsumi, Yatagarasu
- Coordinates
- 33.303284, 130.557894
Visitor tip
To appreciate the shrine's serene atmosphere, visit at dawn or dusk when the sun casts a warm glow through the plum blossoms on the torii gate.
Cultural notes
High Tree Shrine is deeply connected to the mythological significance of Ryujin, the dragon god, and its importance in Shinto cosmology. The shrine's architecture also reflects the reverence for nature and the interconnectedness of all living things, as embodied by Yatagarasu, the mountain goddess.
Historical note
High Tree Shrine was built during the Edo period (1603-1868) and has been an important pilgrimage site for locals seeking blessings for good fortune, fertility, and prosperity.