Takaoka Juro no Miko Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Gifu, dedicated to the kami of the fox spirit and fertility. The shrine's architecture reflects the region's Heian period heritage with its five-story pagoda and main hall, featuring traditional Gifu prefecture-style wooden carvings. Visitors can pray for good luck, prosperity, and protection from evil spirits.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Takaoka-juro no-miko
- 祀られている神
- Takaoka-juro no-miko, Honjya-kaemono
- 座標
- 35.1500455, 137.5394862
参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's architecture, approach from the east side and visit during the cherry blossom season to witness its stunning beauty.
文化的背景
The shrine is connected to the Japanese folklore figure of Takaoka Juro no Miko, a mythical fox spirit associated with fertility and good luck. Visitors can participate in the annual summer festival to celebrate the spirit's blessings.
歴史
The shrine was built in 1665 by Daimyo Maeda Tsurumaru, who enshrined the spirit of a sacred fox that had appeared at his family's home.