Sonsha

Kanayago Shrine

金屋子神社

/ Kanayago Jinja

Admission
Free
Goshuin
¥300
Access
See details
Hours
24 hours

Overview

The head shrine of some 1,200 Kanayago shrines nationwide, dedicated to the deity of tatara iron smelting, a traditional craft central to the San'in region's identity.

Enshrined Deities

primary Deity

Iron-smelting, tatara furnace, blacksmithing

Blessings

Shrine Network

Head shrine of approximately 1,200 branch shrines nationwide.

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

35.2839, 133.1819

Physical Address

Nishibita, Hirose-cho, Yasugi, Shimane 692-0731

〒692-0731 島根県安来市広瀬町西比田

Historical Province

Izumo / Iwami / Oki

Access

Yasugi Station (JR San'in Line)

Hours

24 hours

Bus

Bus from Yasugi Station, ~40 min

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 Kanayago Shrine?

The head shrine of some 1,200 Kanayago shrines nationwide, dedicated to the deity of tatara iron smelting, a traditional craft central to the San'in region's identity.

Where is Kanayago Shrine located?

Kanayago Shrine is located in Yasugi, Shimane. The full address is: Nishibita, Hirose-cho, Yasugi, Shimane 692-0731.