Yaegaki Shrine

八重垣神社

/ Yaegaki Jinja

Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
¥300
Access
See details
Hours
9:00–17:00

Overview

Yaegaki Shrine celebrates the mythological first marriage in Japan — where Susanoo built a bridal house for Kushinadahime after slaying Yamata no Orochi. The Mirror Pond fortune-telling, where visitors float paper prayers to divine romantic fate, is enormously popular.

Enshrined Deities

primary Deity

God of storms, the sea, and martial valor; also revered as a deity of plague prevention

primary Deity

Goddess of rice paddies and marriage; bride rescued from the serpent by Susanoo

Blessings

Did You Know?

💡

The Mirror Pond (Kagami no Ike) love fortune: visitors place a coin on paper and float it. If it sinks quickly and stays close, love will come soon and from nearby.

Source: tradition

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

35.4389, 133.0783

Physical Address

227 Sakusa-cho, Matsue, Shimane 690-0035

〒690-0035 島根県松江市佐草町227

Access

Matsue Station

Hours

9:00–17:00

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 Yaegaki Shrine?

Yaegaki Shrine celebrates the mythological first marriage in Japan — where Susanoo built a bridal house for Kushinadahime after slaying Yamata no Orochi. The Mirror Pond fortune-telling, where visitors float paper prayers to divine romantic fate, is enormously popular.

Where is Yaegaki Shrine located?

Yaegaki Shrine is located in Matsue, Shimane. The full address is: 227 Sakusa-cho, Matsue, Shimane 690-0035.

What deities are enshrined at Yaegaki Shrine?

The enshrined deities are: Susanoo no Mikoto, Kushinadahime no Mikoto.