清瀧大明神 Shrine is a historic Shinto temple dedicated to the deity Ōkuninushi, one of the three imperial deities in Japanese mythology. Located in Echizen Province, which is now part of Shiga Prefecture, the shrine is renowned for its beautiful architecture and serene surroundings. The shrine complex features a distinctive rectangular shape with multiple gates, reflecting the traditional Edo-period style of temple construction.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Ōkuninushi
- 祀られている神
- Ōkuninushi, Yatagorihime, Himikawa-tsunagi-no-kami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
For visitors interested in photography, take advantage of the picturesque stone lanterns and neatly manicured gardens.
文化的背景
Ōkuninushi, the primary deity enshrined at清瀧大明神 Shrine, is often depicted as a powerful kami with great fertility and agricultural power. In Shinto mythology, he is said to have played a crucial role in establishing agriculture and rice cultivation in Japan.
歴史
Founded during the Edo period (1603-1867),