Tanda-ka-yu Jinja, a Shinto shrine in Shizuoka Prefecture, is dedicated to the god of rice and agriculture. Located in Mikawa City, it has been an important center for the local agricultural community. The shrine's architecture reflects the traditional style of rural Shinto shrines, with a simple yet elegant design.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- null
- Coordinates
- 34.7653189, 138.058863
Visitor tip
For visitors, it is recommended to visit during the autumn festival (Aki Matsuri) when local farmers display their harvested crops and share stories about their agricultural traditions.
Cultural notes
Tanda-ka-yu Jinja is closely associated with the god of rice, and its annual Aki Matsuri festival honors the harvest season. The shrine's architecture features a traditional torii gate and a large stone foundation that symbolizes the connection between heaven and earth.
Historical note
Founded in the Heian period (794-1185 CE), this shrine has a long history dating back to the ancient times of rice cultivation.