Located in the city of Gotemba, Shizuoka Prefecture, Eight-Horse Temple Shrine is a significant Shinto site dedicated to the kami of the Hikone-matsu no Miyatsuko. The shrine's architecture and layout are characteristic of traditional Japanese design, with a main hall dedicated to the primary deity and several smaller shrines for lesser kami. This shrine has been an important center for Shinto worship and festivals in the region since its founding during the Heian period (794-1185 CE).
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Miyatsuko
- Kami enshrined
- Miyatsuko
- Coordinates
- 34.8361578, 138.2040426
Visitor tip
To respect the shrine's history, please refrain from taking pictures inside the main hall during ceremonies and special events.
Cultural notes
This shrine is connected to the mythology of the Hikone-matsu no Miyatsuko, a legendary figure said to have been granted horses by the Sun Goddess Amaterasu. The shrine hosts an annual festival in May to honor this deity, featuring traditional dances, music, and offerings.
Historical note
The Eight-Horse Temple Shrine was founded during the Heian period.