Mustuga Shrine, located in the city of Matsuyama in Ehime Prefecture, is dedicated to the kami of prosperity and good fortune. The shrine is famous for its beautiful gardens and traditional architecture, which date back to the Heian period. It is also known for its unique torii gate made from Japanese cypress wood.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Susanoo
- Kami enshrined
- Susanoo-no-Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 34.0553181, 132.9925382
Visitor tip
To fully experience the tranquility of the shrine, visit at dawn or dusk when the sun's rays cast a golden glow through the gardens' latticework screens.
Cultural notes
Mustuga Shrine is associated with the Shinto deity Susanoo-no-Mikoto, who is said to have been instrumental in bringing prosperity and good fortune to the region. The shrine also celebrates the annual Matsuyama Otohime Festival, which honors the local goddess Otohime.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 740 AD by Prince Nariakira of the Sanuki Domain, who built a small shrine dedicated to the kami of prosperity and good fortune.