Located in the city of Sakaiminato, Tottori Prefecture, 鈴神社 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of metalworking and craftsmanship. The shrine is believed to be over 300 years old and has a long history of serving as a center for local industries such as copper mining and shipbuilding. Visitors can see traditional crafts being demonstrated at the shrine, including blacksmithing and woodworking.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Sune no Kami (God of Metalworking)
- 祀られている神
- Sune no Kami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To appreciate the shrine's unique metalwork, visit during the annual Sakaiminato Matsuri festival in May when traditional crafts are on display.
文化的背景
Sakaiminato Matsuri is a major Shinto festival celebrated annually at 鈴神社. It honors the god of metalworking and features traditional performances such as samurai sword dancing, music, and theater. The festival is also associated with a legend about a samurai who saved the town from invaders.
歴史
The shrine was originally established in 1753 as 鈴神社 but its origins date back to the 17th century.