Located in the Akita Prefecture, Fukoku Jinsha Shrine is a Shinto temple dedicated to the kami of good fortune and prosperity. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period style, with a distinctive curved roof and intricately carved wooden decorations. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which feature a serene pond and a beautiful garden.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Fukutomi no Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Fukutomi no Okami, Other kami enshrined at the shrine
- Coordinates
- 39.3496465, 140.4168889
Visitor tip
To experience the full tranquility of the shrine, visit during the cherry blossom season or autumn foliage.
Cultural notes
Fukoku Jinsha Shrine is associated with the mythology of the Taira clan, a powerful samurai family in Japanese history. The shrine's primary kami is Fukutomi no Okami, a god of good fortune and prosperity, who was revered by the Taira clan for their wealth and influence.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in the late Muromachi period (16th century) and has since been rebuilt several times due to damage from natural disasters.