Located in the Kanagawa Prefecture, the Daisanroku-teisha Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of longevity and prosperity. The shrine's name translates to 'Sixth Heaven Shrine' or 'Sixth Paradise', suggesting its connection to the spiritual realm.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Susanoo-no-Mikoto
- Kami enshrined
- Susanoo-no-Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 35.4390987, 139.3946352
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit early in the morning to witness the rising sun casting its golden light upon the entrance gates.
Cultural notes
The shrine is associated with the deity Susanoo-no-Mikoto, a prominent kami of agriculture and fertility. According to legend, the god was said to have created the heavens and brought forth the first rice harvest. Visitors can experience the shrine's rich cultural heritage by attending its traditional festivals, such as the Obon Festival in August.
Historical note
The shrine was founded during the Edo period, specifically in 1633 by Tokugawa Ietsugu, a high-ranking official of the Tokugawa shogunate.