Located in the city of Matsue, Shimane Prefecture,稲生神社 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the rice goddess Oigoma-hime who is believed to have been worshipped since ancient times. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance, with a main hall built during the Edo period featuring a unique wooden beam structure.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Oigoma-hime
- Kami enshrined
- Oigoma-hime, other kami
- Coordinates
- 34.3425518, 132.6816382
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's architecture, visit at sunrise or sunset when the light streaming through the wooden latticework windows illuminates the interior.
Cultural notes
Oigoma-hime is revered as a patron deity of agriculture and fertility. During the autumn festival (Aki Matsuri), visitors can participate in traditional rituals to ensure bountiful harvests.
Historical note
The shrine was originally constructed in 1625 as a local shrine but was renovated and expanded during the Meiji period.