Fukasaki Mizu no Kami Shrine is a Shinto temple located in Osaka Prefecture, dedicated to the kami of wells and springs. The shrine's main hall was built in 1724 during the Edo period, and its architecture reflects the style typical of that era. The shrine's grounds feature several small shrines dedicated to various kami associated with water sources.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- Mizu no Kami, Water God
- Coordinates
- 34.6589048, 135.4590321
Visitor tip
To fully experience the shrine, visit early morning or late afternoon when the sunlight casts a serene glow over the grounds, highlighting the intricate carvings on the main hall's roof.
Cultural notes
As a temple dedicated to Mizu no Kami, the shrine is closely associated with the Shinto myth of the kami's role in providing water sources for humans. The shrine also hosts an annual festival celebrating the arrival of spring, where locals offer prayers and sake to the gods of water.
Historical note
The shrine was rebuilt in 1748 after being damaged by an earthquake during the Edo period.