Located in Kanagawa Prefecture, Kuno-aza-machi Shinto Shrine is a lesser-known but intriguing Shinto site dedicated to the kami Ise-no-kami, the deity from the famous Ise Grand Shrine in Mie Prefecture. The shrine's architecture and design reflect the traditional Heian period style, with a simple yet elegant wooden torii gate and a serene garden. Visitors can experience the tranquility of this rural Shinto site and learn about its unique connections to the Ise region.
- 宗派
- 伊勢
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Ise-no-kami
- 祀られている神
- Ise-no-kami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's garden, arrive early in the morning or late in the afternoon when the sun casts a warm glow on the tranquil landscape.
文化的背景
As an Ise-den shrine, Kuno-aza-machi Shinto Shrine is notable for its association with the Ise Grand Shrine, one of Japan's most revered Shinto sites. The shrine also hosts the annual 'Ise-sha no Hi' festival in late September, which honors the kami with traditional dances and offerings.
歴史
The shrine was established in the late Edo period, during the reign of the Tokugawa shogunate.