Located in the city of Yuki, Ibaraki Prefecture, Kogane-no-machi Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of rice and fertility, Fujin-no-kami. The shrine's main hall is a wooden structure with a tiled roof, typical of rural Japanese architecture. According to local legend, the shrine was founded in 1731 during the Edo period by a samurai named Matsumoto Harumitsu.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Fujin-no-kami
- Kami enshrined
- Fujin-no-kami
- Coordinates
- 35.7480445, 139.8221546
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine's garden during cherry blossom season for a tranquil experience amidst blooming sakura.
Cultural notes
This shrine is famous for its association with Fujin-no-kami, the wind god. Locals often pray for good weather and crop yields at this shrine.
Historical note
Founded in 1731