Located in the city of Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Eight Humps Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the sea god Susanoo and the wind god Fujin. The shrine's name refers to the eight humps on its torii gate, which are said to resemble the eight peaks of Mount Echizen. This shrine is one of the oldest in Ishikawa Prefecture, with a history dating back to the Heian period (794-1185 CE).
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Susanoo
- 祀られている神
- Susanoo, Fujin
- 座標
- 36.1537218, 136.2201225
参拝のヒント
To experience the shrine's unique atmosphere, visit at dawn or dusk when the morning sun shines on the torii gate, illuminating it in a warm golden light.
文化的背景
Eight Humps Shrine is known for its traditional Japanese architecture and its connection to the legend of Susanoo, who was said to have created the sea and established order in the world. The shrine is also famous for its beautiful gardens and walking paths that lead visitors through the serene grounds.
歴史
The shrine was rebuilt after being destroyed during the Sengoku period (1467-1603 CE), and its current structure dates back to the Edo period (1603-1868 CE).