Located in the town of Daigo, Ibaraki Prefecture, Addo Mountain Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of mountains and agriculture, as well as the kami of rice and fertility. The shrine is famous for its traditional architecture and beautiful gardens. Its main hall, Honmatsu-den (Main Hall), features a stunning vermilion torii gate. The shrine complex also includes a pond and several walking paths.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tenjin
- Kami enshrined
- Addo, Tenjin
- Coordinates
- 36.3002125, 140.1434441
Visitor tip
To experience the full beauty of the shrine's gardens, visit at sunset when the torii gate is illuminated by the setting sun.
Cultural notes
Addo Mountain Shrine is famous for its association with the myth of the mountain spirit, a powerful kami said to reside in the mountains. The shrine also hosts an annual festival in honor of the god of agriculture and fertility.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built in 1652 as a mountain shrine dedicated to the god of Addo Mountain. Over time, it has been expanded and renovated multiple times.