Tenshinsan Shūrai-jin is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Tokorozawa, Saitama Prefecture, and is dedicated to the god of thunder, Raijin. The shrine's main hall, Haiden, was built during the Edo period. Visitors can see a large stone pedestal dedicated to Raijin, which is said to have been brought from the nearby Mt. Takao.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Raijin
- Kami enshrined
- Raijin
- Coordinates
- 35.9342767, 139.6723104
Visitor tip
To get a glimpse of the shrine's unique wooden structure, visit early in the morning when the sun is low, as it provides excellent lighting for photography.
Cultural notes
As Raijin is often invoked to protect against thunderstorms and lightning, Tenshinsan Shrine holds an annual festival called the 'Thunder God Festival' (Kami Matsuri) in July, where participants wear white clothing and dance through the streets to ward off evil spirits.
Historical note
The shrine was established in 1709 during the Genroku era of the Edo period.