Located in the town of Yudatsu, Tottori Prefecture, Gasa Nai no Mikasa Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of rice and fertility. The shrine's name, which roughly translates to 'Gasa's daughter', is believed to refer to a legendary woman named Gasa who was said to have been born from a mountain and possessed supernatural powers.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- Gasa, Rice Goddess
- Coordinates
- 35.5005851, 133.0817133
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's scenic beauty, visit during the blooming season of the Japanese yamazakura cherry blossoms (usually late April to early May).
Cultural notes
Gasa Nai no Mikasa Shrine is also associated with the legend of the ' Rice Goddess', a mythological figure said to have been worshipped by local farmers for her power to ensure bountiful harvests. Visitors can experience this connection by participating in the annual rice-planting ceremony held at the shrine.