Located in the town of Iida, Yamagata Prefecture,塩井神社 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami Tachibana-no-Kami. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period, with a characteristic hump-backed roof and wooden pillars. The primary deity enshrined here is Tachibana-no-Kami, the god of salt and fishing.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tachibana-no-Kami
- Kami enshrined
- Tachibana-no-Kami
- Coordinates
- 37.9313553, 140.1108243
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine's salt-roasted salt warehouse, a unique feature of this Shinto shrine.
Cultural notes
As an important deity for fishermen, Tachibana-no-Kami is often invoked to ensure safe and abundant fishing. At the shrine's Spring Festival (Matsuri), visitors can participate in traditional salt-making activities.
Historical note
The shrine was built in 1185 during the Kamakura period.