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Mikami Shrine

御上神社

Shiga

Located in the city of Maibara, Mikami Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine dedicated to Mikami-no-kami, the god of rice and fertility. Founded during the Edo period, the shrine has played an important role in local agriculture and festivals, particularly the Shishimai festival held annually to celebrate the goddess's bounty.

宗教
shinto
祀られている神
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座標
35.049466, 136.0268824

参拝のヒント

To experience the shrine's serene atmosphere, visit at sunrise when the sun rises behind the torii gate, casting a warm glow over the shrine grounds.

文化的背景

Mikami Shrine is connected to the legend of Matsudaira Tadahisa, a noble who prayed for his son's safe return and received a vision from Mikami-no-kami. As a result, the shrine has become a symbol of family devotion and loyalty.

歴史

Founded during the Edo period,

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