Spring Day Shrine, located in Saitama Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu Omikami and the god of rice, Inari Okamisanemori. The shrine's name, Haruhi-jinja, roughly translates to 'Shrine of Spring'. As one of Japan's oldest shrines, it has been an important cultural and historical landmark for centuries.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami, Inari Okamisanemori
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Omikami, Inari Okamisanemori
- Coordinates
- 35.7430252, 139.26929
Visitor tip
Visitors can participate in the traditional ' Hatsumori' ritual, where they beat drums and offer prayers for good health and prosperity on the first morning of spring.
Cultural notes
The shrine's main hall, the Honden, is adorned with a unique wooden structure resembling a bird's nest, symbolizing the sun goddess Amaterasu. During the Spring equinox festival, locals perform rituals to ensure a bountiful harvest and good fortune.
Historical note
Founded in the early Heian period (794-1185 CE), Spring Day Shrine is believed to have originated from a shrine dedicated to the goddess Amaterasu.