Kinkai Shrine, located in the city of Fujioka, Shizuoka Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the sea god, Kukuri-gami, as well as the god of prosperity and harvest, Inari Okami. The shrine's name, Kinkai, translates to 'Ocean Sea,' reflecting its coastal location. Built in 1641 during the Edo period, the shrine is famous for its traditional architecture and beautiful garden.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Kukuri-gami
- 祀られている神
- Kukuri-gami, Inari Okami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit at sunset when the setting sun illuminates the garden and temple structures.
文化的背景
Kinkai Shrine is particularly associated with the legend of the 'Sea of No Return,' which refers to a mythical sea that can never be escaped. This legend is said to have originated from the shrine's coastal location, where many sailors and fishermen were lost at sea.
歴史
The shrine was built in 1641 by the local daimyo lord, Ii Naomasa, who was a devout follower of Shintoism.