This Shinto shrine in Fukuoka Prefecture is dedicated to the god of plenty and harvest, Ryujin, as well as the god of agriculture, Inari. Visitors can explore the shrine's serene gardens and traditional buildings, which date back to the Edo period. The shrine is known for its beautiful cherry blossom trees and its historic gate, which was built during the Kamakura period.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Ryujin, Inari
- 祀られている神
- Ryujin, Inari
- 座標
- 33.5388999, 130.3081909
参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's serene atmosphere, visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid the crowds and take a stroll through the gardens.
文化的背景
This shrine is known for its unique festival tradition, where visitors can offer food and sake to the kami during the annual 'Kagami Matsuri' (Mirror Festival) in March. The shrine's architecture also reflects its regional connections, as it features a distinctive Fukuoka-style torii gate.
歴史
The shrine was originally founded in the Heian period, but its current structures were built during the Edo period.