Located in the heart of Sendai, Tsukumo Inari Shrine is dedicated to Tsukuyomi-no-kami, the Shinto god of moon and harvest. The shrine is renowned for its stunning architecture and beautiful gardens, which are particularly vibrant during the autumn foliage season. Visitors can explore the shrine's many shrines and halls, including the main hall, the inner shrine, and the shrine of the god of agriculture.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tsukuyomi-no-kami
- Kami enshrined
- Tsukuyomi-no-kami
- Coordinates
- 38.2477906, 140.3559748
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 Tsukumo Park.
Cultural notes
Tsukuyomi-no-kami is often depicted as a handsome young man riding a horse under a full moon. The shrine's architecture reflects this, with a distinctive yellow gate and a beautiful garden featuring many lanterns and statues of the god. The shrine also hosts an annual festival in July to celebrate the summer solstice.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 1888 by a group of local samurai, who were inspired by the Meiji period's emphasis on Shinto revitalization. During World War II, the shrine suffered damage from Allied bombing raids.