Godai Hikoboshi no Matsuri, a double festival held in July to honor the spirit of the couple who lived in heaven but are not allowed to be together because they were separated during the Cherry Blossom viewing festival.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Godai
- 祀られている神
- Godai, Enma-daiō, Kokuryūin no Kami, Shinei-no-Kami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Visit the shrine's garden at night to witness the 'double bridge' (fukinagashi) where lanterns on both sides of the Hikoboshi river are hung, symbolizing the reunion of the star-crossed lovers.
文化的背景
The shrine is dedicated to the god of agriculture, fertility and prosperity, known as Godai. The festival honors his power to ensure a bountiful harvest, and the spirit of the lovers serves as a reminder to cherish love and relationships.