Isaniwa Shrine

Isaniwa Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture. According to its history, the shrine was established on the site where Emperor Chuai and Empress Jingu visited Dogo Onsen. During the 14th century, the Kōno clan relocated the shrine to its current location. On May 15, 1667, Sadanaga Matsudaira, the lord of the Matsuyama Domain, oversaw the completion of a new shrine, which involved 697 carpenters and 69,017 people in total.

In 1871, Isaniwa Shrine was designated as a prefectural shrine under the modern shrine system. Later, in June 1956, the main shrine was recognized as an important cultural property of the country. In addition, in June 1967, the Shinden, corridors, tower gates, and corridors were also designated as important cultural properties. The shrine underwent a major restoration in 1970, and another significant restoration was carried out in 2000. During the 2000 restoration, the cypress bark roof was replaced, the Tanshu was lacquered, and other painting work was done, as well as repairs to damaged parts.

Isaniwa Shrine is the enshrinement location for Emperor Chūai, Empress Jingū, and Emperor Ōjin.