Izuno Kita-yama no Kami is a Shinto shrine located in Kanagawa Prefecture, dedicated to the deity believed to reside within a cave system at the base of Mt. Izuno-kita-yama. The shrine's primary focus is on agriculture and fertility. The site has historical connections to the region's rice production, with records indicating its importance during the Edo period.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kokoa no Kami
- Kami enshrined
- Kokoa no Kami, Other regional kami not specified
- Coordinates
- 35.3975366, 139.2427953
Visitor tip
For a more immersive experience, consider visiting during the annual autumnal festival, when traditional lanterns are displayed to illuminate the shrine grounds at dusk.
Cultural notes
As with many Shinto shrines in Kanagawa, this site is deeply tied to regional folklore and mythology. Locals believe the cave system within Mt. Izuno-kita-yama holds sacred energy and is said to have healing properties. The shrine also honors the kami of rice, known as 'Kokoa no Kami', revered for fertility and prosperity.
Historical note
Established in the Heian period (794-1185 CE),