Rain Goddess Tsukiyomi and Storm God Raijin are revered at Rainy Victory Shrine, a Shinto shrine in Ibaraki Prefecture that honors the kami of rain and storms. The shrine's architecture reflects its association with weather and natural disasters, featuring wooden structures and tiled roofs. Visitors can pray for good weather, safe passage on boats, or relief from storms.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tsukiyomi and Raijin
- Kami enshrined
- Rain Goddess, Storm God
- Coordinates
- 36.3262302, 140.1169319
Visitor tip
Bring a red-handled fan to offer to the shrine's priests before visiting, symbolizing respect for Tsukiyomi and Raijin.
Cultural notes
This shrine is part of the Ibaraki Shinto pilgrimage route, which includes stops at shrines dedicated to various regional kami. Rainy Victory Shrine's connection to natural disasters also ties into its role in local folklore, where it is believed to offer protection from severe weather conditions.
Historical note
Built in 1715 during the Edo period to ward off typhoons and floods.