Ōmiya Atsuta Shrine
The history dating back to the early Kamakura period lives on in the elegant architecture.
Omiya Atsuta Shrine, founded in the early Kamakura period as a guardian deity benefiting from the waters of the Azusa River. Its main hall, built in the late Muromachi period (1570–1573), features an elegant one-bay nagare-zukuri style with an impressive cedar shingle roof. Characterized by its cylindrical approach pillars, it was designated a National Important Cultural Property in 1949.During
the annual festival held April 28–29, floats are drawn out from five districts, and the traditional lion dance is dedicated at the Kagura Hall.
the annual festival held April 28–29, floats are drawn out from five districts, and the traditional lion dance is dedicated at the Kagura Hall.
Information
- Address
- Azusa River Azusa 4419 Matsumoto City
- Phone
- 0263-78-2040
- Access (Car)
- Approximately 20 minutes from Matsumoto IC
*Note: Business hours and closures are subject to change.
