[2] It is a branch shrine of Izumo Taisha, and has a document identifying Susanoo with Matarajin.

[3]: 171 Amago Tsunehisa backed the shrine to undermine the influence of Izumo-taisha.

[3]: 406 Priests of the Shrine were instrumental in spreading the idea that Izumo Province was the gate to the underworld, and a source of power as a result where all things originated.

[3]: 166–167 [4] Its origin story mentions sea snakes guiding the gods to Izumo.

[3]: 173  Sea snakes are considered the messengers of Izumo Taisha.