Spring Day Shrine, located in Kyoto, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu. The shrine's name reflects its connection to the changing of seasons and the arrival of spring. It is one of the oldest shrines in Japan, with records dating back to the Heian period (794-1185 CE).
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu, Oshinomiya, Himematsuri
- Coordinates
- 34.8848268, 135.672927
Visitor tip
To avoid waiting, consider visiting early in the morning or late in the afternoon when possible.
Cultural notes
As a Shinto shrine dedicated to Amaterasu, Spring Day Shrine is closely tied to the mythology of the sun goddess and her role as the ancestral deity of the Japanese imperial family. The shrine also celebrates the arrival of spring with a festival honoring the goddess, typically held in late March.
Historical note
The shrine was rebuilt after a devastating earthquake in 1857.