The Daytsu Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu. As one of Japan's oldest shrines, it has been an important cultural and spiritual center for over 800 years.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu, Tsukuyomi, Uke Mochi
- Coordinates
- 36.549016, 136.6699337
Visitor tip
Visitors can purify their hands and mouth at the tsukubai water basin before proceeding to the main hall.
Cultural notes
This shrine is famous for its beautiful garden, which features a stunning example of Japanese landscaping. The Daytsu Shrine is also closely associated with the mythology of the sun goddess Amaterasu, and visitors can experience traditional Shinto rituals during special festivals.
Historical note
Founded during the Heian period (794-1185 CE),