A Shinto shrine dedicated to Sarutahiko-no-Okami, the deity who guided the heavenly grandson Ninigi-no-Mikoto to earth according to Japanese mythology. Sarutahiko is revered as a guide deity and patron of travelers, martial arts, and those seeking direction in life.
- 宗派
- Sarutahiko
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Sarutahiko-no-Okami
- 祀られている神
- Sarutahiko-no-Okami
- 座標
- 34.9964135, 136.6094799
参拝のヒント
Many visitors pray for guidance in important life decisions and safe travels.
文化的背景
Sarutahiko-no-Okami is often depicted with a prominent nose and is considered the leader of the earthly kami. He is frequently paired with Ame-no-Uzume-no-Mikoto in worship, as they became married according to mythology. The deity is particularly popular among martial artists and those in professions requiring guidance and leadership.
歴史
Sarutahiko shrines honor the earthly kami who served as guide to the heavenly deities during their descent to establish rule over Japan. This deity is particularly significant in the mythological narrative of the establishment of imperial rule, as recorded in the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki.