Located on the island of Shikoku, Sukuna no Ie (厳島神社) is one of Japan's most famous and mysterious shrines, dedicated to the deity Sukuna no Okami. Founded in 1600 by Matsudaira Hirotada, a daimyo from the Tokugawa shogunate, this shrine is renowned for its unique architectural style and spiritual significance. As one of Shintoism's 'Three Holy Sites' alongside Ise and Yoshino, Sukuna no Ie is revered as a sacred place where prayers can be offered to ensure good luck and prosperity.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Sukuna no Okami
- 祀られている神
- Sukuna no Okami, Kanayanokami, Shizuka Mikage, Ōno-Mikage
- 座標
- 34.0630674, 132.9770038
参拝のヒント
To experience the shrine's unique charm, arrive early to witness the sunrise over the Shikoku coastline.
文化的背景
This shrine is notable for its unusual architecture, which includes a long vermilion torii gate and an octagonal honden dedicated to Sukuna no Okami. The shrine also offers insight into traditional Japanese culture through its annual autumnal festival, where visitors can participate in rituals and offerings to the deity.
歴史
Founded in 1600 by Matsudaira Hirotada.