Located in the town of Matsue, Shimane Prefecture, 鷲原八幡宮舞殿 is a historic Shinto shrine dedicated to the goddess Inari Okami. The shrine's main hall features a traditional roof design typical of Heian-period architecture. The shrine's grounds also contain several ancient trees and a scenic lake. Visitors can walk through the grounds and take in the peaceful atmosphere.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami, Otori Inari, Shinto kami of fertility and prosperity
- Coordinates
- 34.4543751, 131.756289
Visitor tip
To experience the shrine's unique 'dancing hall' atmosphere, visit at night when the hall is illuminated and watch a traditional Inari dance performance if scheduled.
Cultural notes
As an Inari shrine, 鷲原八幡宮舞殿 is associated with rice agriculture and prosperity. The shrine's grounds also contain several vermilion torii gates, believed to protect the temple and its worshippers from evil spirits.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built during the Nara period (c. 710-794 CE), but its current dance hall was constructed in the Kamakura period (1185-1333 CE).