A Shinto shrine in Wakayama Prefecture dedicated to Susanoo-no-Mikoto, the powerful storm deity and brother of Amaterasu in Japanese mythology. The shrine serves as a place of worship for this important kami known for his tempestuous nature and heroic deeds.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Susanoo-no-Mikoto
- Kami enshrined
- Susanoo-no-Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 34.2918106, 135.4689807
Visitor tip
Approach with respect as this shrine honors one of Japan's most powerful and temperamental deities from classical mythology.
Cultural notes
Susanoo-no-Mikoto is one of the most significant deities in Shinto mythology, known as the storm god who was banished from heaven but later became a hero after slaying the eight-headed dragon Yamata-no-Orochi. He is often invoked for protection against natural disasters and for courage in facing challenges.