Located in the Katsuoji district of Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Godaiwa Shrine is dedicated to Emperor Ōjin (Ginno), a legendary emperor believed to have lived around 269-310 CE. As one of Japan's oldest shrines, it showcases traditional Heian-style architecture and is often visited during the Tanabata festival, which honors the meeting between two star-crossed lovers.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Ōjin
- 祀られている神
- Ōjin, Ginno
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To make a traditional offering at the shrine, follow the wooden path to the Ōjin Shrine hall, then proceed to the donation box to select from various options for your contribution, including coins or special 'donation tokens'.
文化的背景
Godaiwa Shrine is also notable for its unique 'tree-bridge' design, where a wooden bridge spans over a tree-lined area and connects the shrine's outer torii gate to the main hall. This unusual feature may be connected to the legend that Emperor Ōjin was said to have been cremated under a tree.
歴史
The shrine was established in the 9th century as Ōjin's shrine and has since been rebuilt several times.