Located in the city of Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture, 足柄神社 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of the sea and fertility, Hachiman-gami. The shrine's architecture reflects the traditional Japanese style of hinoki-zukuri, with a wooden main hall covered in vermilion paper. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful views of the Mikawa Sea and the surrounding cityscape. The shrine is also famous for its annual O-Edo Matsuri festival, which celebrates the city's rich history and cultural heritage.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hachiman-gami
- Kami enshrined
- Hachiman-gami
- Coordinates
- 35.3730634, 136.3148173
Visitor tip
For a unique perspective on the shrine, take a short walk along the Mikawa Sea coastline to the nearby Nagahama Castle Park.
Cultural notes
Hachiman-gami is also revered as the god of war and patron deity of samurai. The shrine's annual festival honors this aspect of his legacy, with traditional martial arts performances and demonstrations.
Historical note
Founded in 1568 by Ieyasu Tokugawa, the founder of the Tokugawa shogunate.