Autumn Leaves Festival and Shinto Rituals: The Autumn Leaves Festival at autumn-leaf-god-society is a popular event in which families carve their names into the autumn leaves that fall from the trees surrounding the shrine. Shrine visitors can participate in the ritual by carving their names and praying for good fortune, health, and happiness. The shrine's main hall is adorned with beautiful wooden pillars and intricate carvings, showcasing traditional Japanese architecture.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Autumn Leaf God
- Kami enshrined
- Autumn Leaf God
- Coordinates
- 35.4219249, 136.7652154
Visitor tip
To experience the shrine's serene atmosphere, visit early in the morning to witness the sunlight filtering through the wooden pillars, creating a stunning dappled pattern on the ground.
Cultural notes
This shrine is dedicated to the Shinto deity of autumn leaves and harvests, believed to bring good fortune and prosperity. The shrine's architecture and festival traditions reflect its connection to the natural world and the changing seasons.
Historical note
Established during the Edo period (1603-1868), Autumn Leaves Festival at autumn-leaf-god-society has been a cherished tradition for generations of locals.