Kameari Katori Shrine
亀有香取神社
Tokyo · Katsushika
Katori victoire
Kanpei Taisha / Jingu
Ichinomiya (Shimosa Province)
Katori Shrine
Katori Shrine
Tarif
Free (Treasure Hall: 300 JPY)
Goshuin
500 JPY
Acces
30 min walk
Horaires
Open daily
Vue d'ensemble
Katori Jingu is the twin shrine to Kashima Jingu, together forming the sacred pair that guarded ancient Japan's eastern frontier. Enshrining Futsunushi-no-kami, the deity of swords and lightning, it was one of only three shrines in all of Japan given the prestigious 'Jingu' title in the ancient Engishiki records. The shrine has deep connections to martial arts, and many kenjutsu (swordsmanship) schools trace their spiritual lineage here. It is the head of approximately 400 Katori shrines, most located in the Kanto region. Set in an ancient cedar forest, the approach to the shrine has a timeless quality that transports visitors back centuries.
Histoire
Fondation
📜Selon la tradition
-643 [神武天皇18年]
1700📄Atteste par les sources
Current main hall constructed by Tokugawa Tsunayoshi
Divinites venerees
⛩
primary Deity
Bienfaits
Reseau de sanctuaires
Katori head
Head shrine of approximately 400 branch shrines nationwide.
A savoir
💡
The Tenshin Shoden Katori Shinto-ryu, one of the oldest extant martial arts schools in Japan (founded c. 1447), takes its name from this shrine.
Source: documented
💡
Together with Kashima, Katori formed what the ancients called the 'divine eastern frontier' protecting the Yamato heartland.
Source: tradition
Infos pratiques
Location Coordinates
35.8850, 140.5278
Physical Address
1697-1 Katori, Katori, Chiba
Province historique
Shimosa / Kazusa / Awa
Acces
Katori Station (JR Narita Line)
30 min walk
Horaires
Open daily
Bus
Bus from Sawara Station (15 min)
Meilleure saison
springautumn
Langues etrangeres
English signage
Accessibilite
Partial
Site officiel
https://katori-jingu.or.jp/
Informations visiteurs verifiees le 2026-04-06. Consultez le site officiel pour les details actuels.
Pourquoi ce sanctuaire
One of Japan's three ancient Jingu shrines and birthplace of Japan's oldest martial arts traditions. Essential for understanding the spiritual foundations of Japanese martial culture.
Sanctuaires lies
Shiogama Shrine
鹽竈神社
Miyagi · Shiogama
Indépendant Ichinomiya securite maritime
Nukisaki Shrine
一之宮貫前神社
Gunma · Tomioka
Indépendant Ichinomiya industrie de la soie
Oharano Shrine
大原野神社
Kyoto · Kyoto-shi, Nishikyo-ku
Kasuga rencontre amoureuse
Kasuga Taisha
春日大社
Nara · Nara-shi
Kasuga rencontre amoureuse
Isonokami Jingu
石上神宮
Nara · Tenri-shi
Indépendant sante et guerison
Questions frequentes
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What is Katori Shrine?
Katori Jingu is the twin shrine to Kashima Jingu, together forming the sacred pair that guarded ancient Japan's eastern frontier. Enshrining Futsunushi-no-kami, the deity of swords and lightning, it was one of only three shrines in all of Japan given the prestigious 'Jingu' title in the ancient Engishiki records. The shrine has deep connections to martial arts, and many kenjutsu (swordsmanship) schools trace their spiritual lineage here. It is the head of approximately 400 Katori shrines, most located in the Kanto region. Set in an ancient cedar forest, the approach to the shrine has a timeless quality that transports visitors back centuries.
Where is Katori Shrine located?
Katori Shrine is located in Katori, Chiba. The full address is: 1697-1 Katori, Katori, Chiba.
What deities are enshrined at Katori Shrine?
The enshrined deities are: Futsunushi no Kami.
What blessings can you pray for at Katori Shrine?
Katori Shrine is known for: victoire, arts martiaux, paix familiale, nouveaux departs.
How do I get to Katori Shrine?
The nearest station is Katori Station (JR Narita Line). It is about a 30-minute walk from the station. Bus from Sawara Station (15 min)