located in the Echizen region, South Temple Shrine is a Shinto temple dedicated to the deity Ryujin, associated with water and good fortune. The shrine is known for its beautiful garden, featuring a stunning pond surrounded by moss-covered trees. In the past, the shrine was an important center of worship for local farmers, who would make offerings to Ryujin for a bountiful harvest. Today, visitors can still experience the serene atmosphere of the garden and honor Ryujin as they wish for good luck and prosperity.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ryujin
- Kami enshrined
- Ryujin
- Coordinates
- 35.5308161, 136.6790766
Visitor tip
To make a meaningful offering to Ryujin, be sure to bring a small basket of dried fish, which is believed to symbolize abundance and fertility.
Cultural notes
As a temple dedicated to Ryujin, South Temple Shrine is deeply connected to the mythology of water and its life-giving qualities. The shrine's garden is also said to be an ideal place for purification rituals, as it is believed to purify both body and mind.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in the 8th century during the Heian period.