Shinto shrine
Kasuga Taisha
春日大社（かすがたいしゃ）
Nara, Nara Prefecture
A shrine at the foot of Mount Mikasa (Mikasayama), where four deities are enshrined. Festivals praying for peace in the nation and for people's daily lives continue to be held here.
English pages are the site’s own translations of its Japanese pages. The sources cited are in Japanese. 日本語で読む
Prayers associated with this place
Enshrined deities: Takemikazuchi no Mikoto, Futsunushi no Mikoto, Ame no Koyane no Mikoto, and Himegami
History and things to know
In Jingo Keiun 2, the main sanctuaries for the four deities were built, and the shrine took shape as the main shrine. The shrine officially introduces how it has long carried on festivals handed down from the Imperial Court, beginning with the Kasuga Festival (Kasuga-sai).
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
Related kami and buddhas
Before you visit
Opening hours, access, areas open to visitors, and events can change. Please check the latest guidance from the shrine or temple itself before you go.
Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)
Sources (in Japanese)
- 春日大社「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-16 確認）
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