Nakayama Shrine
中山神社
/ Nakayama Jinja
Overview
The ichinomiya of Mimasaka Province, whose main hall gives its name to the nakayama-zukuri architectural style. The shrine is notable for its tradition of offering beef — rare for Shinto shrines.
History
Founding
Ichinomiya of Mimasaka Province. The main hall's architectural style is named after this shrine.
Enshrined Deities
Blessings
Did You Know?
Unusually for a Shinto shrine, beef is offered as a sacred food here — connected to the region's cattle-raising traditions.
Source: tradition
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
35.0758, 134.0081
Physical Address
695 Ichinomiya, Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0815
〒708-0815 岡山県津山市一宮695
Access
Tsuyama Station (JR Tsuyama Line)
Hours
24 hours
Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Nakayama Shrine?
The ichinomiya of Mimasaka Province, whose main hall gives its name to the nakayama-zukuri architectural style. The shrine is notable for its tradition of offering beef — rare for Shinto shrines.
Where is Nakayama Shrine located?
Nakayama Shrine is located in Tsuyama, Okayama. The full address is: 695 Ichinomiya, Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0815.