A–Z directory

春日神社

Kasuga Shrine

Japanese Name春日神社
English NameKasuga Shrine
Prefecture千葉県
City君津市
ReligionShinto
Coordinates35.2963120, 139.9268821

⛩ AI-enriched content

About this Shrine

Kasuga Shrine, located in Kinu City, Chiba Prefecture, is one of Japan's most famous and historic Shinto shrines. Dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu Ōmikami, Kasuga Shrine was originally built as a temple during the Heian period (794-1185 CE). After being destroyed by a fire in 1496 CE, the shrine was rebuilt in its current form during the Edo period (1603-1867 CE), featuring iconic vermilion torii gates and a sprawling complex of shrines dedicated to various deities. Kasuga Shrine is also notable for its unique architectural style, which blends elements of Japanese and Chinese influences.

Cultural Significance

As one of Japan's most sacred Shinto sites, Kasuga Shrine is closely tied to the mythology of the sun goddess Amaterasu. It is also famous for its numerous festivals throughout the year, including the Kasuga Spring Festival (known as 'Hanami') and the Kasuga Taiko Drum Festival.

Enshrined Deities

Amaterasu Ōmikami

Location

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors

Spot an error?

This shrine data is sourced from OpenStreetMap. You can submit a correction or edit it on OpenStreetMap.

Shrine data © OpenStreetMap contributors, under the Open Database License.

Browse shrines by prefecture

Jump to Shinto shrines across Japan — 108 prefectures in our directory.

Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

To avoid crowds, visit early in the morning or late in the evening to explore Kasuga Shrine's many torii gates and shrines before the sun rises or sets.

History

Kasuga Shrine was rebuilt in its current form during the Edo period.

A-Z Creatures
Learn Japanese

Japanese Culture Network

Japanese Wood Joints

Ancient joinery techniques of Japanese master craftsmen

ShrinePuzzle

Directory of Japanese board games and traditional games

Kohibou

Japanese coffee culture — kissaten, third wave and brewing guides

E2Japan

Explore Japan's landmarks, shrines and hidden locations

The 725 Club

SNES and Super Famicom collection tracker

Spaceship Adventures

Hoshi no Isan — a Japanese-aesthetic space RPG in development

Japan In Pixels

A pixel art map of Japanese culture — coming 2027

CSSKitsune

Japanese-aesthetic design tokens & AI-ready UI prompts

Shinto Wisdom app icon
Free App · No Ads · Offline

Shinto Wisdom Daily Practice

by 10k Game Studio

Every day, one teaching. One moment of stillness.
Kanji, meaning, and a quiet reflection — rooted in the philosophy behind Japan's forests, seasons, and sacred silences.

結び Musubi 清め Harae 自然 Shizen 間 Ma 誠 Makoto + 45 more
Get it on Google Play

Content Warning: This website explores Japanese folklore and mythological beings—including yokai, oni, and other supernatural entities—that may be frightening to younger audiences or sensitive viewers. All material is presented for educational and cultural appreciation only. Viewer discretion is advised.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to preview content before sharing it with children. By continuing to use JapaneseMythicalCreatures.com, you acknowledge and accept this advisory.

Copyright © 2026 Japanese Mythical Creatures • All Rights Reserved.