Tsuruga Shrine, located in the town of Hikone in Shiga Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of rice and agriculture. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as an important center of rice production during the Edo period. Tsuruga Shrine is famous for its beautiful gardens and traditional Japanese architecture, which attracts many visitors each year.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tsukuyomi
- Kami enshrined
- Tsukuyomi, God of the Moon
- Coordinates
- 35.0747194, 136.0138346
Visitor tip
Visitors can try local specialties such as 'tsuruga-gohan,' a type of rice dish named after the shrine, at one of the many food stalls available near the shrine's main gate.
Cultural notes
As a kami enshrined deity related to agriculture and fertility, Tsuruga Shrine is often visited during the spring season when new crops are planted. The shrine also hosts an annual 'tsuruga-matsuri' festival in May to celebrate the harvest season.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built in 1725 during the Great Tokugawa shogunate era.