月山神社 is a Shinto shrine located in Akita Prefecture, dedicated to the worship of the deity Tsukiyomi, the god of the moon and the sea. The shrine's architecture reflects the traditional Japanese style of the Kamakura period, with a single-story main hall and a large vermillion torii gate. Visitors can experience the beauty of Akita's rural landscape while exploring the shrine's serene grounds.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tsukiyomi
- Kami enshrined
- Tsukiyomi
- Coordinates
- 39.1046305, 140.2911044
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine at night to witness the beautiful moon viewing ceremony, where the shrine's torii gate is adorned with lanterns and visitors pay their respects to Tsukiyomi.
Cultural notes
In Japanese mythology, Tsukiyomi is often depicted as a benevolent god who governs the tides and protects fishermen. The shrine is also famous for its sake brewery, which produces a special type of sake using rice grown in the Akita region.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in the Edo period (1603-1867) as a local deity for the villagers, who revered Tsukiyomi for his power over the ocean and fishing industry.