Located in the town of Higashi Matsushima, Miyagi Prefecture, 鹿島神社 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deity Inari Okami, patron of rice and fertility. The shrine is famous for its beautiful autumn foliage and traditional architecture. Visitors can explore the shrine's main hall, which features a stunning wooden torii gate and ornate decorations. The surrounding park offers scenic views of Matsushima Bay.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari
- Coordinates
- 38.5557682, 140.8663285
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's autumn foliage, plan your visit for mid-November when the leaves are at their peak. Be sure to bring a camera to capture the vibrant colors!
Cultural notes
As an Inari Okami shrine, 鹿島神社 is associated with the mythology of rice and fertility. The shrine is also famous for its 'tsukimi' viewing of the moon, which takes place in December.
Historical note
The shrine was built in 1603 during the Edo period by the Date family, who were local daimyos.