Located in the city of Matsue, Hiroshima Prefecture's neighbor Shimane, is the Yellow Cotton Candy Shrine (, Kyōgoku-jinja), dedicated to the Shinto deity Otohime and the Sea Goddess Ryujin's child, Ame-no-Uzume. This shrine's architecture reflects the influence of the Momoyama period, with a distinctive red gate made from cedar wood.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ame-no-Uzume
- Kami enshrined
- Ame-no-Uzume
- Coordinates
- 34.4526176, 132.6927179
Visitor tip
To avoid waiting in line, consider visiting during weekdays or early mornings and take advantage of the shrine's 'entry by rear gate' system.
Cultural notes
The shrine is famous for its beautiful gardens and traditional festivals, including the Cherry Blossom Festival (, Sakura Matsuri), held in late March. Visitors can also participate in the special Shinto New Year festival (Oshogatsu) rituals, which include purification rites and sake offerings to the deity.
Historical note
The current structure dates back to 1624, built during the Momoyama period.