Located in the town of Kinugawa, Tochigi Prefecture, Arakawa Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Arakawa-no-Kami, the god of good fortune and prosperity. The shrine is famous for its beautiful gardens and traditional architecture. Visitors can walk through the serene grounds, taking in the stunning views of Lake Chuzenji and Mount Nantai.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- Arakawa-no-Kami
- Coordinates
- 36.259257, 139.4465662
Visitor tip
To fully experience the shrine's tranquility, consider visiting during the autumn foliage season when the surrounding mountains are ablaze with vibrant colors.
Cultural notes
This shrine is closely associated with the legend of Minamoto no Yoritomo, who is said to have sought the god's blessing before his rise to power. Visitors can also see a replica of the shrine's traditional 'tategaki' wooden sign, which was originally erected by Yoritomo himself.