Toride Shrine
鳥出神社
An ancient Yokkaichi shrine featuring buildings made from Ise Grand Shrine materials and a UNESCO-recognized whale boat festival.
What it is
- An ancient shrine in Yokkaichi City listed in the historical Engishiki Jinmeicho records.
- Dedicated to the primary deities Yamato Takeru and Kotoshironushi.
- Buildings are constructed using recycled materials sourced from the Ise Grand Shrine.
- Designated as a prefectural shrine in the year 1942.
What to see
- Two votive model ships dating back to the Edo period are housed on the grounds.
- The Whale Boat Festival which is recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
- Traditional architecture built from sacred timber relocated from the Ise Grand Shrine.
When to go
- The annual festival takes place every year on August 14 and 15.
- A specific fire extinguishing festival is held on August 14.
- August 14 and 15 to witness the national important intangible cultural whale boat events.
Getting there
- An eight minute walk from the Kintetsu Tomida Station.
- An eight minute walk from the JR Tomida Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Toride Shrine Open in Google Maps
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