Toyohara Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Funabashi, Ibaraki Prefecture. The shrine is dedicated to the rice goddess Toyohara-Okami and is famous for its beautiful gardens and traditional architecture. Visitors can walk through the shrine's tranquil grounds and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Toyohara-Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Toyohara-Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.7899714, 139.9216976
Visitor tip
To appreciate the shrine's gardens, visit during cherry blossom season or autumn foliage, when the changing leaves create a picturesque backdrop for the shrine.
Cultural notes
The shrine is associated with the myth of Toyohara-Okami, who was said to have protected the local rice fields from disease and pests. The shrine also hosts an annual festival in May, which features traditional dances and offerings to the kami.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built in the Edo period (1603-1868) as a small torii gate, but it has undergone several renovations and expansions over the centuries.