Mankusen Shrine

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Mankusen Shrine

An ancient shrine which is said to be the last stop for the 8 million gods in Izumo, where the gods gather in the month of Kamiari-zuki.

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In the month of Kamiari-zuki (October on the lunar calendar), the gods from all over Japan gather in Izumo. It is said that the last stop for the gods visiting Izumo is the Mankusen Shrine. Officially called "Makuse-No-Yashiro," it is said that the gods hold a meeting here before departing for their respective lands.

The four deities are Kushimikenu-no-Mikoto, Sukunahikona-no-Mikoto, Ponamuchi-no-Mikoto, and Yaoyorozu-no-Kami, and they are said to bring peace under the heavens, a good harvest, prosperity of various industries, healing of illness, safety in travel, and fulfillment of one's wishes.

In the precincts of the shrine, there is a Himorogi and a Iwasaka, where the gods from all over Japan dwell, and in front of them, there is the temple of Mankusen Shrine. Adjacent to it stands the main shrine of Tachimushi Shrine, which was relocated in 1670 and enshrines three of the deities of the shrine, including the three children of Susano-no-mikoto.

Their original designed ema (votive picture tablet) drawn by Himaru Nagasaki, a popular illustrator, using the gods of Naorai as motifs, is also popular for its cute designs.

Highlights

  • This ancient shrine is said to be the last stop for deities visiting Izumo in the month of Kamiari-zuki (October on the lunar calendar).
  • The four deities are Kushimikenu-no-Mikoto, Sukunahikona-no-Mikoto, Ponamuchi-no- Mikoto, and Yaoyorozu-no-Kami
  • The main building of Tachimushi Shrine, which enshrines the three mythological deities, stands within the shrine's precincts.

Photos

  • Ancient shrine where the gods make their last stop on the 26th day of Kamiari-zuki.

    Ancient shrine where the gods make their last stop on the 26th day of Kamiari-zuki.

  • Mankusen Shrine "Goshinden" (Shrine of the Gods)

    Mankusen Shrine "Goshinden" (Shrine of the Gods)

  • “Himorogi" and "Iwasaka", where all the gods gather in the month of Kanari-zuki

    “Himorogi" and "Iwasaka", where all the gods gather in the month of Kanari-zuki

  • Tachimushi Shrine, a worship hall known as a guardian deity for civil engineering and construction workers.

    Tachimushi Shrine, a worship hall known as a guardian deity for civil engineering and construction workers.

  • The tree with its trunk is split in two, and if you wish for it, it will bring you blessings for pregnancy and safe labour.

    The tree with its trunk is split in two, and if you wish for it, it will bring you blessings for pregnancy and safe labour.

  • Cute ema (votive tablet) with illustrator Himaru Nagasaki's design

    Cute ema (votive tablet) with illustrator Himaru Nagasaki's design

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have pamphlets in other languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)

A

Sorry, we don’t.

Q

Do you have shrine’s red ink stamps?

A

Yes.

Q

Is parking available?

A

Yes.

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Are coin lockers available?

A

Not available.

Reviews

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  • 劉方怡

    神社祭師是一個很幽默風趣的人,在他生動活潑的介紹下,對出雲這個地區還有日本神話故事有更深一層的認識。

  • 陳子安

    可愛的繪馬是一大特色

Details

Name in Japanese
万九千神社(まんくせんじんじゃ)
Postal Code
699-0615
Address
258 Hikawachoaikawa, Izumo City, Shimane
Telephone
0853-72-9412
Closed
Free to walk
Business Hours
Shrine office 9:00am – around 5:00pm (The shrine office may be closed about 15 days per a year.)
Access
1) About 12 minutes by car from JR Izumo Station.
2) About 25 minutes walk from Ichibata Electric Railway's Otsumachi Station.
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)