Village Shrine Hiyama Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the village of Hiyama, Miyagi Prefecture. The shrine is dedicated to the deity of the same name and is famous for its beautiful white torii gate and serene forest surroundings.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- null
- Coordinates
- 38.2260144, 140.3216036
Visitor tip
Visit during cherry blossom season (April-May) to see the shrine's beautiful white torii gate surrounded by blooming cherry blossoms.
Cultural notes
The shrine is associated with the deity Hiyama-Okami, a kami of rice and agriculture. The shrine is also famous for its festivals, including the annual Hiyama Shrine Festival, which features traditional music, dance, and food.
Historical note
Founded in 1888 as a branch shrine of the Higashi-Matsushima Shrine in Matsushima.