Tsumi no Kami Shrine is a Shinto temple dedicated to the kami of sake and brewing located in the Kita-ku district of Osaka, Japan. The shrine's history dates back to the Heian period, during which it was built as a small shrine by a local brewer. Over time, the shrine became an important center for sake production and was visited by many famous artists and writers, including Ueda Akinari, who is said to have been inspired by the shrine's beauty. Today, the shrine remains an essential destination for those interested in Japanese culture and cuisine.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tsumi no Kami
- Kami enshrined
- Tsumi no Kami
- Coordinates
- 34.7687142, 135.5548683
Visitor tip
Visitors can try traditional sake at the shrine's sake bar, which offers a variety of local brews made from rice grown within a 100-kilometer radius of the shrine.
Cultural notes
As a shrine dedicated to the kami of sake, Tsumi no Kami Shrine is often visited by brewers and sake enthusiasts. The shrine also hosts an annual sake festival in May, which features traditional sake-making demonstrations and tastings.
Historical note
Built during the Heian period (794-1185 CE)