The Kūjin-shinsha is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Masuda, Shimane Prefecture, dedicated to the kami of cattle and agriculture. The shrine's architecture reflects its rural setting, with traditional Japanese-style buildings and a large torii gate. The shrine is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including rice fields and forests.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Yatagarasu
- Kami enshrined
- Yatagarasu, Kūjin, Tsukimochi
- Coordinates
- 34.3594644, 132.6093445
Visitor tip
To avoid crowds, visit the shrine early in the morning or late in the evening to admire its peaceful atmosphere.
Cultural notes
As a shrine dedicated to agriculture and cattle, Kūjin-shinsha is closely tied to the Shinto festival of Ōmiya Matsuri, which celebrates the harvest season. The shrine also has strong connections to the regional kami of Shimane Prefecture, including the Yatagarasu, a mythical three-legged dog said to have created fire.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in the Edo period (1603-1867) as a rural shrine for local farmers.