Gold Sword Shrine, a Shinto shrine dedicated to Gold Sword, the god of gold and prosperity, is located in the town of Matsue, Shimane Prefecture. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period's influence, with a traditional-style main hall and a vermilion torii gate. The shrine complex also features various shrines and temples built during the Edo period.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Gold Sword
- Kami enshrined
- Gold Sword
- Coordinates
- 34.9101163, 132.0771436
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine at sunrise or sunset to witness the golden light casting a glow on its vermilion torii gate.
Cultural notes
As Gold Sword is often associated with wealth and prosperity, visitors may make offerings of gold coins, jewelry, or other precious items. The shrine also hosts an annual Matsue Golden Festival (March-April) to celebrate the arrival of spring.
Historical note
Founded in 1331 by the Matsue daimyo, Mori Motonari.