Indra Shrine, a Shinto shrine located in Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture, is dedicated to the god Amaterasu Omikami and Susanoo-no-Mikoto. The shrine was built on the site where a rice paddy once existed, which was believed to be the place where the legendary rice goddess, Tsukiyomi no Okami, appeared. Visitors can experience traditional Japanese architecture, including the iconic torii gate, and explore the shrine's various shrines and halls.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami, Susanoo-no-Mikoto
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Omikami, Susanoo-no-Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 33.8415939, 132.7433237
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit at dawn or dusk when the sunlight filters through the torii gate, creating a stunning visual effect.
Cultural notes
This shrine is closely associated with rice cultivation and fertility. During the Obon festival, lanterns are hung along the path leading to the shrine to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck to farmers.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built in 712 CE during the Nara period.