A Shinto shrine in Kagoshima Prefecture dedicated to Hyozu-no-Kami, a deity associated with military protection and weaponry. Hyozu shrines are relatively uncommon, making this a notable example of this particular denominational tradition in southern Kyushu.
- Denomination
- Hyozu
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hyozu-no-Kami
- Kami enshrined
- Hyozu-no-Kami
- Coordinates
- 31.7000594, 130.6140959
Visitor tip
Check locally for access information as some rural Hyozu shrines may have limited visiting hours or seasonal accessibility.
Cultural notes
Hyozu-no-Kami is traditionally invoked for protection in battle and is associated with divine weapons and military prowess. The deity has ancient roots in Japanese mythology as a guardian spirit of warriors.