Daikyo Shrine, located in the city of Funabashi, Chiba Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Emperor Jimmu, the mythical founder of Japan. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese styles, with a tiled-roof main hall and a sacred pond. According to local legend, the shrine was built on the site where Emperor Jimmu's brother, Princess Irasumi, prayed for his safety after he disappeared during a hunting expedition.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Emperor Jimmu
- 祀られている神
- Emperor Jimmu, Princess Irasumi
- 座標
- 35.68551, 139.7183834
参拝のヒント
To avoid getting lost in the shrine grounds, consider purchasing a map at the entrance and following the main path to the main hall.
文化的背景
Daikyo Shrine is famous for its annual 'Hachiroku Gassen' festival, which celebrates the mythological rivalry between Emperor Jimmu's brother and his cousin. During the festival, participants dress in traditional costumes and reenact a battle between the two cousins.
歴史
The shrine was rebuilt in 1893 after being damaged by fire.