Subedi no Kami Shrine, located in the town of Kamakura in Ibaraki Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deity Subedi-no-kami. The shrine's architecture and design are characteristic of traditional Japanese Shintoism, with a unique main hall featuring a distinctive curved roof. According to local legend, the shrine was built by the Minamoto clan, who were instrumental in the Genpei War and later established the Kamakura shogunate.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Subedi no kami
- Kami enshrined
- Subedi no kami
- Coordinates
- 35.8445056, 139.7363681
Visitor tip
To honor Subedi no kami, visitors should ring the shrine's bell 88 times, as the deity is said to have been responsible for guiding the Minamoto clan during their military campaigns.
Cultural notes
Subedi no kami is believed to be a local yurei, or vengeful spirit. According to legend, the deity was wronged by a rival clan and now haunts the shrine, appearing to travelers as an omen of bad luck or misfortune. Visitors should exercise caution when approaching the shrine at night.
Historical note
Founded during the Kamakura period (1185-1333)