The Seiryu-ku Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Akita Prefecture, dedicated to the deity Seiryuu, a storm god. It's one of Japan's oldest shrines and has been revered since the Nara period (710-794 CE). The shrine is known for its beautiful garden, historic architecture, and cultural significance.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Seiryuu
- Kami enshrined
- Storm God, Deity
- Coordinates
- 39.2160888, 139.8986944
Visitor tip
To respect the shrine's peaceful atmosphere, visitors are advised to remove their shoes before entering the main hall and to not take photographs of the enshrined kami within the inner sanctum.
Cultural notes
The Seiryu-ku Shrine is often visited during the Obon Festival, a time-honored Shinto tradition that honors the spirits of one's ancestors. The shrine is also famous for its traditional dance performances and tea ceremonies.
Historical note
Founded during the Heian period (794-1185 CE),