A Shinto shrine dedicated to Susanoo-no-Mikoto, the powerful storm god and brother of Amaterasu in Japanese mythology. Susanoo shrines are found throughout Japan, typically serving as places of protection against natural disasters and centers for community worship.
- Denomination
- Susanoo
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Susanoo-no-Mikoto
- Kami enshrined
- Susanoo-no-Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 34.8499168, 137.3859599
Visitor tip
Look for imagery or symbols related to storms, dragons, or swords, which are commonly associated with Susanoo.
Cultural notes
Susanoo-no-Mikoto is one of the most important deities in the Shinto pantheon, known as the storm god who was banished from the heavenly realm but later redeemed himself by slaying the eight-headed dragon Yamata-no-Orochi. He is revered as a protector against storms, plagues, and evil spirits.