Located in Fukuoka Prefecture, Daigo-ryu Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of agriculture and fertility. The shrine is famous for its beautiful garden and traditional architecture. The current main hall was rebuilt during the Heian period (794-1185 CE), while the main gates were added in the Kamakura period (1185-1333 CE).
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Mikasago-hime
- Kami enshrined
- Mikasago-hime, Ama-no-kuni no kami
- Coordinates
- 33.5255002, 130.3045621
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's garden, visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon when the sun is not directly overhead.
Cultural notes
The shrine is connected to the mythology of the rice goddess, Mikasago-hime, who was said to have brought the art of agriculture to Japan. The shrine's name 'Daigo-ryu' literally means 'rice fields and imperial', reflecting its historical significance as a site for imperial rituals.
Historical note
Daigo-ryu Shrine was built during the Heian period.