Shinto shrine
Keya Kurotatsu Jinja
毛谷黒龍神社（けやくろたつじんじゃ）
Fukui, Fukui Prefecture
A shrine to the east of Mount Asuwa in Fukui City, affectionately known locally as “Kurotatsu-san.” It enshrines Takaokami no Kami and Kuraokami no Kami, who govern water, and Emperor Ōdo (Emperor Keitai).
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 kami: Takaokami no Kami, Kuraokami no Kami, Emperor Ōdo
History and things to know
According to the shrine's tradition, it began when Prince Ōdo, while working on the flood control of great rivers in Echizen, enshrined Takaokami no Kami and Kuraokami no Kami in the forest of Keya, praying for the protection of the Kuzuryū River and the peace of the land. In Wadō 1 (708) the spirit of Emperor Keitai was enshrined together with them, and in Gentoku 1 (1329) the shrine is said to have moved to Mount Asuwa and taken its present name. The present main sanctuary was rebuilt in Shōwa 3.
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)
- 毛谷黒龍神社「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-22 確認）
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