A mountain shrine dedicated to the creator deities Izanagi and Izanami, known for its spiritual power and connection to wolves as divine messengers. The shrine is associated with mountain worship and protection.
- Denomination
- Mountain worship
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Izanagi and Izanami
- Kami enshrined
- Izanagi, Izanami
- Founding
- Ancient period
- Coordinates
- 34.7682746, 137.3949064
Visitor tip
The shrine is often located in mountainous areas requiring a hike to reach.
Cultural notes
Wolves are considered sacred messengers at Mitsumine shrines, and the name 'three peaks' refers to the mountain setting where such shrines are typically established.
Historical note
Founded according to legend by Prince Yamato Takeru during his eastern expedition. The shrine developed as a center of Shugendo mountain asceticism and became famous for its wolf worship, as wolves were believed to be messengers of the kami.