Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Yohasira Shrine
Yohashira Shrine in central Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, enshrines four of the most powerful creator deities in Shinto — Amenominakanushi, Takamimusubi, Kamimusubi, and Amaterasu — giving it a reputation as a shrine where all wishes are granted. The name "Yohashira" (四柱) literally means "four pillars," referencing the four divine beings. Established in 1879 on the banks of the Metoba River near Matsumoto Castle, the shrine was visited by Emperor Meiji in June 1880 and has since been a beloved landmark in the heart of the castle town.
Four creator deities first enshrined within a Shinto studies school established in Matsumoto.
Shrine formally established at its current site on the Metoba River banks near Matsumoto Castle.
Emperor Meiji visits during an inspection tour of Matsumoto.
Location Coordinates
36.2362, 137.9700
3-3-20 Ote, Matsumoto-shi, Nagano
Shinano
Matsumoto Station (JR Shinano Railway)
Dawn to dusk
北海道神宮
上川神社
帯廣神社
樽前山神社
美瑛神社
旭川神社
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Yohashira Shrine in central Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, enshrines four of the most powerful creator deities in Shinto — Amenominakanushi, Takamimusubi, Kamimusubi, and Amaterasu — giving it a reputation as a shrine where all wishes are granted. The name "Yohashira" (四柱) literally means "four pillars," referencing the four divine beings. Established in 1879 on the banks of the Metoba River near Matsumoto Castle, the shrine was visited by Emperor Meiji in June 1880 and has since been a beloved landmark in the heart of the castle town.
Yohasira Shrine is located in Matsumoto-shi, Nagano. The full address is: 3-3-20 Ote, Matsumoto-shi, Nagano.