Located deep within a remote mountain forest. “Nekomatsuri Shrine” is a feline sanctuary visited by cats from all over the country. Its symbol is the large, round bell at the Worship Hall.
Pass through the claw-sharpening Torii gate and proceed along the stone-paved approach, where the large Divine Fish Statue awaits to greet you. Within the grounds, you are free to worship at various sub-shrines, including Hinata-sha (Shrine of the Sunbathing Cat Deity), Kotatsu-sha (Shrine of the Kotatsu Cat Deity), and Shichirin-sha (Shrine of the Grilled Fish Cat Deity).
猫祭神社 神主
Shinto Cat Priest
猫祭神社 巫女
Cat Shrine Maiden
猫茶屋またたび 看板娘
The Idol Mascot Cat
猫祭神社散マップ(配布用)
Nekomatsuri Shrine Walking Map (Free Takeaway)
社務所・授与所や猫茶屋「またたび」で配布しております
Available at the Shrine Office, Amulet Reception, and Cat Teahouse “MATATABI”.