Minamoto no Yasumasa, a 12th-century samurai and governor of the province of Shinano, enshrined the kami of agriculture, Minamoto no Oe no Yoshitsune's, at the site of his residence in the 11th century. The shrine was rebuilt during the Kamakura period as the Minamoto family's ancestral shrine. Today, the shrine is known for its beautiful garden and historic architecture.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Minamoto no Oe no Yoshitsune
- Kami enshrined
- Oe no Yoshitsune, Minamoto no Yasumasa
- Coordinates
- 35.9111762, 139.4845773
Visitor tip
Visitors can experience a unique aspect of Japanese culture by participating in a traditional tea ceremony held at the shrine's teahouse.
Cultural notes
This shrine is associated with the mythology of rice and agriculture, reflecting its original role as a kami for Minamoto no Yasumasa. It is also notable for its stunning garden design, which incorporates elements inspired by Zen Buddhism.
Historical note
Rebuilt during the Kamakura period