Sanbe Shrine

三瓶神社

/ Sanbe Jinja

Admission
Free
Goshuin
¥300
Access
See details
Hours
24 hours

Overview

Sanbe Shrine is dedicated to the deities of Mt. Sanbe, an ancient volcano mentioned in the Izumo no Kuni Fudoki. The mountain dominates the landscape of central Shimane.

Enshrined Deities

primary Deity

God of nation-building, agriculture, medicine, and en-musubi (binding of fates/relationships)

secondary Deity

God of medicine, hot springs, brewing, agriculture, and knowledge; the diminutive companion deity

Blessings

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

35.1355, 132.6247

Physical Address

Tane, Sanbe-cho, Oda, Shimane

島根県大田市三瓶町多根

Historical Province

Izumo / Iwami / Oki

Access

Odashi Station (JR San'in Line)

Hours

24 hours

Bus

Bus from Odashi Station, ~30 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 Sanbe Shrine?

Sanbe Shrine is dedicated to the deities of Mt. Sanbe, an ancient volcano mentioned in the Izumo no Kuni Fudoki. The mountain dominates the landscape of central Shimane.

Where is Sanbe Shrine located?

Sanbe Shrine is located in Oda, Shimane. The full address is: Tane, Sanbe-cho, Oda, Shimane.