Nestled in the picturesque town of Kozu in Shiga Prefecture, Torii Shrine is a serene Shinto temple dedicated to various deities, including the patron kami Ryujin and the god of prosperity, Fukui-no-Kami. The shrine's tranquil atmosphere attracts visitors seeking solace and good fortune.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ryujin, Fukui-no-Kami
- Kami enshrined
- Ryujin, Fukui-no-Kami
- Coordinates
- 35.0805643, 136.2152545
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's serene beauty, visit at dawn or dusk when the soft morning or evening light illuminates the torii gate.
Cultural notes
Torii Shrine is famous for its unique architectural style, featuring a distinctive vermilion torii gate that marks the entrance to the shrine grounds. In Japanese folklore, the number of torii gates is believed to represent the stage of a person's life journey – one enters at birth and leaves at death.
Historical note
The shrine was first established during the Edo period (1603-1867), with its current structure dating back to the Meiji era (1868-1912).