Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Kokuhei Chusha
Ichinomiya (Shimotsuke Province (one of claimants))
Futarasan Shrine (Nikko)
二荒山神社
/ Futarasan Jinja
Admission
Free (garden area: 300 JPY)
Goshuin
500 JPY
Access
35 min walk
Hours
April-Oct 8:00-17:00, Nov-Mar 8:00-16:00
Overview
Futarasan Shrine predates the famous Toshogu by over 800 years and represents the older mountain-worship tradition of Nikko. Its territory technically encompasses the sacred mountains, Lake Chuzenji, and the Kegon Falls, making it one of the largest shrine jurisdictions in Japan.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
782 [天応2年]
Founded in 782 by the Buddhist monk Shodo Shonin. The shrine spans three locations: the main shrine near Toshogu, a middle shrine at Lake Chuzenji, and an inner shrine at the summit of Mount Nantai. Part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site 'Shrines and Temples of Nikko.' Two swords are designated National Treasures.
782📜According to tradition
Founded by Shodo Shonin
1999📄Documented
Included in UNESCO World Heritage Site
Enshrined Deities
⛩
primary Deity
God of nation-building, agriculture, medicine, and en-musubi (binding of fates/relationships)
⛩
secondary Deity
Goddess of the distant sea; one of the Munakata Three Goddesses
⛩
secondary Deity
God of thunder, lightning, and agriculture; son of Okuninushi; enshrined at Kamo shrines in Yamato
Blessings
Shrine Network
Independent head
Did You Know?
💡
The shrine's territory technically includes Mount Nantai, Lake Chuzenji, and Kegon Falls — making its 'grounds' enormous.
Source: documented
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
36.7590, 139.5980
Physical Address
2307 Sannai, Nikko, Tochigi
栃木県日光市山内2307
Historical Province
Shimotsuke
Access
Nikko Station
35 min walk
Hours
April-Oct 8:00-17:00, Nov-Mar 8:00-16:00
Bus
Bus to Nishi-Sando (15 min)
Best Times to Visit
autumnspring
Foreign Language Support
English
Accessibility
Partial
Official Website
https://www.futarasan.jp/
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Futarasan Shrine (Nikko)?
Futarasan Shrine predates the famous Toshogu by over 800 years and represents the older mountain-worship tradition of Nikko. Its territory technically encompasses the sacred mountains, Lake Chuzenji, and the Kegon Falls, making it one of the largest shrine jurisdictions in Japan.
Where is Futarasan Shrine (Nikko) located?
Futarasan Shrine (Nikko) is located in Nikko, Tochigi. The full address is: 2307 Sannai, Nikko, Tochigi.
What deities are enshrined at Futarasan Shrine (Nikko)?
The enshrined deities are: Okuninushi no Mikoto, Tagorihime no Mikoto, Ajisukitakahikone.