The Husband-Wife Rice Shrine in Ibaraki Prefecture is a small Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of fertility and prosperity, Amaterasu-ōmikami and Susanoo-no-Mikoto. The shrine's architecture reflects its rural setting and dates back to the Heian period (794-1185 CE), with renovations made during the Kamakura period (1185-1333 CE). Visitors can enjoy a peaceful atmosphere amidst lush greenery, with the sound of birdsong and gentle breeze creating a serene ambiance.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Susanoo-no-Mikoto
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu-ōmikami, Susanoo-no-Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 35.7643349, 140.0048059
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's natural beauty, take a stroll through the surrounding woods during cherry blossom season (late March to early April).
Cultural notes
This shrine is associated with the mythology of Amaterasu-ōmikami, the Shinto sun goddess, and Susanoo-no-Mikoto, her brother and storm god. During the Obon festival, locals offer food and drink to the kami to ensure a bountiful harvest.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built in the Heian period as a sacred site for rice cultivation and fertility rituals.