Alashimasa Shrine, located in the mountains of Shizuoka Prefecture, is dedicated to the kami Enmei, a deity associated with longevity and good fortune. The shrine's architecture reflects its rural setting, with a rustic wooden torii gate and simple stone lanterns. In the spring, visitors can enjoy the vibrant blooms of cherry blossoms and other seasonal flowers in the shrine's garden.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祀られている神
- Enmei, Hachiman
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's natural surroundings, consider visiting early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid crowds.
文化的背景
As Enmei is also known as Hachiman, Alashimasa Shrine celebrates a festival in honor of this deity on May 15th, which is also the day of the annual mountain climbing event in the nearby Japanese Alps. The shrine's garden features several moss-covered stones with inscriptions from ancient times.
歴史
The shrine was rebuilt after a fire in 1713 during the Edo period.