A Shinto shrine in Gifu Prefecture dedicated to the Kamo deities. Part of the broader network of Kamo shrines found throughout Japan, which trace their spiritual lineage to the famous Kamo shrines of Kyoto.
- Denomination
- Kamo
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kamo deities
- Kami enshrined
- Kamo deities
- Coordinates
- 35.3420395, 136.742387
Visitor tip
Check locally for seasonal festivals that may feature traditional Kamo shrine rituals and ceremonies.
Cultural notes
The Kamo shrines are associated with purification, protection, and agricultural prosperity. The Kamo deities are among Japan's most ancient kami, with strong connections to water, thunder, and the protection of the land.
Historical note
Like other Kamo shrines across Japan, this shrine likely developed as part of the spread of Kamo deity worship from the ancient Kamo shrines of Kyoto. The Kamo tradition is one of Japan's oldest shrine lineages, with roots extending back to before the establishment of the imperial capital in Kyoto.