Located in the heart of Tokushima Prefecture, Outa Shrine is a revered Shinto site dedicated to the worship of various deities. The shrine's history dates back to the Heian period (794-1185 CE), with its current structure being rebuilt in the Edo period (1603-1867 CE). The shrine is particularly famous for its beautiful autumn foliage, which attracts numerous visitors each year.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- Outa-no-oki-tama, Oho-hime
- Coordinates
- 34.0595761, 133.9525713
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, consider visiting during the autumn foliage season (mid-November to mid-December) and taking a stroll through the surrounding park.
Cultural notes
Outa Shrine is closely associated with the legend of the 'Moon Goddess' or Tsuki-yomi-no-kami, who is said to have descended from the heavens to earth and established the shrine. The shrine also hosts an annual autumn festival, known as the 'Moon Viewing Festival', which takes place in late October.
Historical note
The shrine was once a sacred site of the Izumo clan and later became an important Shinto shrine during the Heian period.