Star Shrine, located in Ibaraki Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the worship of the star deity, Hikoboshi. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design, with a main hall, shrine halls, and a torii gate. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which include a forested area and a pond. According to legend, Hikoboshi is said to travel across the Milky Way River at night, accompanied by his beloved, Yuzurenagatsuma. The shrine's annual Star Festival (Tanabata) celebration is held in July, where visitors write wishes on tanzaku papers and hang them on bamboo stalks.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祀られている神
- Hikoboshi
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit at dusk when the setting sun illuminates the torii gate.
文化的背景
The Star Shrine is connected to the mythology of Tanabata, a festival celebrated in Japan and China. During this time, it is believed that spirits of star-crossed lovers can reunite on earth for a single day.