Located in the heart of Saitama, the Kamimine Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of prosperity and good fortune, also known as Kamimi-no-Kami. The shrine is famous for its beautiful autumn foliage and is often visited during the annual Autumn Leaves Festival. Visitors can walk through the tranquil gardens and admire the traditional architecture, which dates back to the Edo period.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- Kamimi-no-Kami, Other kami enshrined at the shrine, if any
- Coordinates
- 35.9149661, 139.618027
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's autumn foliage, visit during the second week of November when the leaves are at their peak, and consider purchasing a map to help navigate the grounds.
Cultural notes
Kamimine Shrine is known for its unique tradition of 'tsutsugaki,' where visitors can see beautiful, hand-painted designs on paper placed in front of the shrine's main torii gate. These designs are meant to represent good luck and prosperity.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built in 1596 by a local farmer who wanted to pray for good harvests.