Kazetake Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Nihora, Ibaraki Prefecture, and is dedicated to the kami of agriculture and fertility. The shrine is known for its beautiful gardens and historic architecture, with some structures dating back to the Edo period. Visitors can see the remains of an old sake brewery on the grounds, which has been converted into a museum.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tobisakaya
- Kami enshrined
- Tobisakaya
- Coordinates
- 36.1642095, 139.7174159
Visitor tip
Visitors can purchase sake from the shrine's sake brewery and enjoy it at the on-site sake tasting area.
Cultural notes
Kazetake Shrine is associated with the god of rice and fertility, who is believed to bring prosperity to the crops. The shrine also hosts an annual harvest festival in autumn.
Historical note
The shrine was established in the 17th century during the Edo period.