The Toyosaka Taiheitaisha and Toyosaka Taiheitaishu shrines are located in Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture. The Toyosaka Taiheitaishu shrine is dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu Omikami (also known as Toyosaka Taiheitaishu), who was enshrined in 1296 during the Kamakura period. The Toyosaka Taiheitaisha shrine is dedicated to the storm god Susanoo-no-kami, who was also enshrined in 1296. These shrines were built on the site of a former Buddhist temple and are notable for their unique architecture and beautiful gardens.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Toyosaka Taiheitanoki no Kami, Toyosaka Susanoo no Kami
- Kami enshrined
- Toyosaka Taiheitanoki no Kami, Toyosaka Susanoo no Kami
- Coordinates
- 35.0198627, 135.9639269
Visitor tip
When visiting, be sure to remove your shoes before entering the torii gate, as is traditional in Shinto shrines.
Cultural notes
Both shrines are important sites for the worship of Amaterasu Omikami and Susanoo-no-kami. The Toyosaka Taiheitaishu shrine also hosts an annual festival to honor the sun goddess.
Historical note
The shrine was rebuilt after a fire in 1951.