Located in the town of Minami Sanriku, Ifuku Town's Yumogasa Shrine is dedicated to Yayoi no Okami, a storm god revered by the Aomori prefecture's indigenous Ainu people. However, another possible enshrinee is Nekojin Okami, a kami associated with livestock and agriculture. While not extensively documented, Ifuku Town is believed to have historical connections to Miyagi Prefecture.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- Nekojin Okami
- Coordinates
- 38.688761, 141.1961025
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine during the annual Minami Sanriku Festival in September to experience traditional Aomori dance performances.
Cultural notes
This shrine's architecture reflects a mix of regional styles, with elements reminiscent of the Heian period. The primary enshrinee is Nekojin Okami, which suggests ties to Miyagi Prefecture's agriculture and livestock traditions.