Haruizumi Shrine, located in Chiba Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu and the god of rice, Inazuma Okami. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical period as it features traditional Japanese-style buildings with tiled roofs. Visitors can explore the shrine's grounds, which include a large cedar tree believed to be over 1,000 years old.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu and Inazuma Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu, Inazuma Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.1385129, 140.0031669
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's tranquility, visit during sunrise or sunset when the golden light illuminates the grounds.
Cultural notes
This shrine is associated with the mythology of rice cultivation and is visited on the Shichi-Go-San (7th, 12th, and 15th day of each month) to pray for fertility and good harvests. The cedar tree is also believed to possess spiritual powers.
Historical note
Established in 1602 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi.