Nagokuma Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Nakatsugawa, Nagano Prefecture. The shrine is dedicated to the kami of the forest and is said to be one of the oldest shrines in Japan, with its history dating back to the Edo period. The shrine's architecture is typical of traditional Japanese Shinto shrines, with a main hall called the hondo and several smaller structures dedicated to various deities.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Kuma no Kami
- 祀られている神
- Kuma no Kami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To get a glimpse into the shrine's history, visit during cherry blossom season and look for the shrine's traditional Japanese-style lanterns along the forest path.
文化的背景
Nagokuma Shrine is said to be inhabited by the Shinto kami of the forest, known as Kuma no Kami. The shrine also hosts a annual Spring Festival, where visitors can participate in traditional dances and offerings to the kami.
歴史
The shrine was established during the Edo period (1603-1867) as a branch of the nearby Kiso-Kuma Shrine.