Shinto shrine
Sada Jinja
佐太神社（さだじんじゃ）
Matsue, Shimane Prefecture
The Ninomiya of Izumo Province, in Kashima-chō, Matsue City, long revered also as "Sada Taisha". Its three main sanctuaries enshrine twelve kami, and its principal kami, Sada no Ōkami, is regarded as the same kami as Sarutahiko no Ōkami.
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: Sada no Ōkami (the same kami as Sarutahiko no Ōkami) and others; twelve kami in the three main sanctuaries
History and things to know
According to the official guide, it is counted among the three great shrines of Izumo Province, and ancient rites continue there, such as the Jinzaisai, which preserves the oldest form in Izumo Province, and "Sada Shinnō", registered as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. The three main sanctuaries are all in the taisha-zukuri style, with the north and south halls placed symmetrically on either side of the central hall; the south hall is regarded as unique, having a structure that is the reverse of the usual taisha-zukuri.
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
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)
- 佐太神社「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-21 確認）
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