Spring Day Shrine, located in the picturesque prefecture of Ibaraki, is dedicated to the Shinto deity Susanoo-no-Mikoto. This shrine, with its beautiful gardens and traditional architecture, is a popular destination for both locals and tourists. The shrine's primary deity, Susanoo-no-Mikoto, is associated with storms, fertility, and agriculture.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Susanoo-no-Mikoto
- Kami enshrined
- Susanoo-no-Mikoto, Tsukuyomi-no-Kami, Amaterasu-no-Kami
- Coordinates
- 35.7097537, 139.9595954
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, be sure to visit during cherry blossom season or autumn foliage.
Cultural notes
Susanoo-no-Mikoto is also associated with the Japanese myth of the theft of rice from the goddess Amaterasu. The shrine's gardens feature a unique ' Susanoo no Nakatsu' path, which commemorates this mythological event.
Historical note
The shrine was established in the Edo period (1603-1867).