Tsuruga-no-mori-jinja, or Tsuruga Forest Shrine, is a Shinto shrine located in the Nishinoseki district of Shimane Prefecture. Dedicated to the kami of the forest and its inhabitants, the shrine is nestled among towering trees and situated near the coast. The shrine's name, 鴉森神社, translates to 'Woodland Crow Shrine' or 'Forest Bird Shrine', reflecting its connection to the natural environment.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tsukuyomi
- Kami enshrined
- Tsukuyomi, The Moon God
- Coordinates
- 34.4583538, 132.6420613
Visitor tip
To appreciate the shrine's tranquil atmosphere, visit at dawn or dusk when the forest is particularly serene.
Cultural notes
The shrine is associated with the tsukumogami legend, where inanimate objects are believed to gain spirits after 100 years. The shrine's wooden structures and natural surroundings make it an ideal place to observe this phenomenon.
Historical note
Founded in the 12th century during the Kamakura period.