Tosashimizu Shrine, located in the town of Koseda in Toyama Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of fertility and prosperity. The shrine is famous for its beautiful garden and traditional architecture. According to local legend, the shrine was built on an island off the coast of present-day Koseda, which is now connected to the mainland by a bridge.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Uka no Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Uka no Okami, Tosashimizu no kami
- Coordinates
- 36.296338, 137.2529339
Visitor tip
To fully experience the shrine's beauty, visit at dawn or dusk when the sunlight filters through the torii gate and highlights its intricate design.
Cultural notes
Tosashimizu Shrine is connected to the myth of Uka no Okami, a Shinto goddess who was said to have been worshiped by the local people as a god of fertility. The shrine's beautiful garden also features a unique example of traditional Japanese landscaping known as 'satsuki'.
Historical note
The shrine was built in 1699 during the Edo period.