Tatsuta no Kami Shinto shrine, dedicated to Tatsuta-no-Kami, a rice-protecting kami associated with a legendary rice goddess, is located in Chiba Prefecture. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period, with a main hall built in the Kamakura style and covered with thatched roofing. It is famous for its numerous shrines dedicated to various local deities, known as yurei-gami.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tatsuta-no-kami
- Kami enshrined
- Tatsuta-no-kami, Yurei-gami
- Coordinates
- 35.6871922, 140.1085872
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, visit during weekday mornings before 10 am when the shrine is less crowded.
Cultural notes
Tatsuta no Kami Shinto shrine is known for its rice-protecting kami, associated with a legendary rice goddess. The shrine also celebrates the annual Tatsuta-no-Kami festival, which honors the patron deity of rice farmers in Chiba Prefecture.
Historical note
Founded during the late Heian period (12th century),