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Kameari Katori Shrine

香取神社

Ibaraki

Kameari Katori Shrine, located in Ibaraki Prefecture, is dedicated to the kami of fertility and agriculture, with a history dating back to the Heian period (794-1185). The shrine's architecture reflects its role as a protector of rice fields and villages. Visitors can experience the tranquil atmosphere of the shrine, surrounded by beautiful gardens and traditional buildings.

宗教
shinto
祭神
Ryujin
祀られている神
Ryujin, Amaterasu
座標
35.7658301, 139.851226

参拝のヒント

To make the most of your visit, try visiting during cherry blossom season (late March to early April) when the surrounding park is especially beautiful.

文化的背景

As a shrine associated with the rice harvest and agriculture, Kameari Katori Shrine has connections to Shinto mythology. The kami enshrined here are believed to bring good fortune and protection to farmers and their crops.

歴史

The shrine was rebuilt in 1869 after being destroyed during the Boshin War.

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