Kandani Shrine, Shinto shrine and National Treasure in Sakaide, Japan
The main hall of Kandani Shrine features a three-bay structure with a cypress bark thatched roof and traditional architectural elements from the Kamakura period.
The shrine was established in 812, making it one of the oldest shrine buildings in Japan with a confirmed construction date and historical documentation.
The shrine enshrines three deities: Kagu-tsuchi, the god of fire, along with Okitsuhiko no mikoto and Okitsuhime no mikoto, following Shinto traditions.
Located at 621 Kandanicho in Sakaide, Kagawa Prefecture, the shrine can be reached within 25 minutes by car from JR Sakaide Station.
The building incorporates round pillars finished with yariganna technique and squared pillars with mendori edges, demonstrating precise craftsmanship methods.
Location: Sakaide
Inception: 812
Address: 香川県坂出市神谷町621
Website: https://kandani.sakura.ne.jp/wp
GPS coordinates: 34.32485,133.91676
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:03
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