Ise-ajaya Sanmon is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Irabu, Tokushima Prefecture. The shrine was built to honor Amenosakuya-hime, the goddess of childbirth and fertility, while also enshrining Izanagi's wife, Kaguyahime. Its architecture reflects the style typical of Shugendo shrines, with a series of gates forming a distinctive five-story pagoda. The shrine is known for its unique Sanmon gate, which boasts 40,000 paper lanterns during the autumn festival.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amenosakuya-hime
- Kami enshrined
- Amenosakuya-hime, Kaguyahime
- Coordinates
- 34.1799976, 133.7599397
Visitor tip
To make a prayer to Amenosakuya-hime, bring a red string as an offering and tie it around your wrist. This is believed to bring good luck and fertility.
Cultural notes
Ise-ajaya Sanmon's autumn festival (Omisoka) features the hanging of paper lanterns on the shrine's gates and grounds, creating a stunning visual display.
Historical note
The shrine was constructed during the Heian period (794-1185 CE) and has undergone several renovations throughout its history.