A local Suwa shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture dedicated to the warrior deity Takeminakata-no-Mikoto. Like other Suwa shrines throughout Japan, it maintains the traditional worship practices associated with the Suwa faith that originated at Suwa Taisha in Nagano Prefecture.
- Denomination
- Suwa
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Takeminakata-no-Mikoto
- Kami enshrined
- Takeminakata-no-Mikoto, Yasakatome-no-Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 32.4050706, 130.3360742
Visitor tip
As a local community shrine, it offers a peaceful setting for experiencing traditional Shinto worship practices away from crowds.
Cultural notes
Part of the extensive Suwa shrine network found throughout Japan, representing the spread of Suwa faith from its origins in Shinano Province. Suwa shrines typically emphasize martial virtues and protection of local communities.