Himeyu Shrine, located in the city of Iwata, Shizuoka Prefecture, is a historic Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami Himeyu, a regional deity believed to protect the town and its people. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period, with a five-story pagoda and a traditional torii gate. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which include several shrines and temples, as well as the nearby Himeyu Museum. The shrine is particularly famous for its annual autumn festival, where visitors can enjoy traditional performances and games.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
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- 祀られている神
- Himeyu
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Visitors can purchase a special blessing certificate from the shrine's office, which grants permission to tie a ribbon on a sacred tree at the shrine during the autumn festival.
文化的背景
Himeyu Shrine is believed to be associated with the myth of Himeyu, the goddess of fertility and childbirth. The shrine's annual autumn festival is also tied to the Shinto festival of Aki Matsuri, which honors the spirits of the dead.
歴史
The shrine was rebuilt in 1603 during the Edo period.