Chikiri Shrine, located in high Matayama Hill of Kagawa Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine famous for its beautiful vermilion buildings and the myth that the god Chikiri, who controls water and grain, brought forth the gods from the sea. The shrine's architecture reflects a Heian-style design with a prominent main hall called 'Haiden.' Its torii gate, adorned with the image of a mythical creature 'Nagata-gami,' is particularly striking. Visitors can walk through the serene forest that surrounds the shrine and enjoy stunning views of Seto Inland Sea.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Chikiri-no-Kami
- 祀られている神
- Chikiri-no-Kami, Hakusan no Okami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Visit Chikiri Shrine during cherry blossom season (late March to early April) for breathtaking scenery with blooming sakura trees surrounding the shrine.
文化的背景
Chikiri Shrine is dedicated to Chikiri-no-Kami, a Shinto deity believed to control water and grain. The shrine's location on the coast suggests its historical connection to Seto Inland Sea fishing communities. The image of Nagata-gami in front of the torii gate may be related to the folklore surrounding this mythical creature.
歴史
Founded in 1880 during the Meiji period.