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濱見神社

Kyoto

濱見神社 is a Shinto shrine located in the heart of Kyoto, dedicated to the kami Enma-o, god of the afterlife and ruler of the Japanese underworld, Jigoku. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period style, with a main hall featuring a thatched roof and a vermilion gate. Visitors can admire the shrine's peaceful gardens and explore the adjacent temple grounds. According to legend, Enma-o is responsible for guiding souls to their final destination after death.

宗教
shinto
祭神
Enma-o
祀られている神
Enma-o, Tsukiyomi
座標
35.4960034, 135.5515411

参拝のヒント

Visit the shrine during cherry blossom season (March-April) and take a stroll through the serene gardens to experience Kyoto's famous spring beauty.

文化的背景

濱見神社 is also associated with the mythological figure of Tsukiyomi, god of the moon and the sea. The shrine's grounds are said to be a favorite resting place for the kami, who are believed to manifest in the form of wind or mist. Locals often come to the shrine to pray for good luck, prosperity, and safe passage during the voyage.

歴史

Established in 1603 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, who enshrined his own ancestral spirits alongside those of his predecessors.

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