Water Inn Sumo Shrine Daytiji Taishogansho is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Niten on the shores of Lake Saku, Nagano Prefecture. Dedicated to the deity Kagu-tsuchi-no-Kami, a kami associated with storms and fertility, the shrine's architecture reflects its history as a key stopover for travelers crossing Lake Saku. The shrine's main hall is a traditional wooden structure with a distinctive curved roof, while the inner courtyard features several stone lanterns and a sacred spring.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kagu-tsuchi-no-Kami
- Kami enshrined
- Kagu-tsuchi-no-Kami
- Coordinates
- 36.6377962, 138.1942948
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's connection to Lake Saku, consider visiting early morning or late afternoon when the light casts a warm glow on the surrounding landscape.
Cultural notes
The shrine is known for its annual Midsummer Festival (Tanabata), which honors Kagu-tsuchi-no-Kami and offers prayers for good weather and fertility. The nearby town also hosts a Sawa Festival in autumn to celebrate the changing colors of the autumn foliage.
Historical note
Founded in 1592 during the Edo period.