Naitōroku-rokkū no Kami-jinja is a Shinto shrine located in the northern part of Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. Dedicated to the Naitōroku-rokkū (Sixty-Nine) kami, the shrine is believed to be one of the oldest in the region, with origins dating back to the 8th century. The complex features a unique architecture that reflects the area's historical connections with the Taira clan and the Heian period.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Naitōroku-rokkū
- 祀られている神
- Sixty-Nine, kami
- 座標
- 35.7093089, 140.2126352
参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's history, arrive early to witness the sunrise ceremony, which takes place at dawn on select days throughout the year.
文化的背景
The Naitōroku-rokkū kami are believed to be associated with the spirits of the land and the ancestors of the local inhabitants. The shrine complex features a unique arrangement of torii gates that reflects the region's connection to the Taira clan, who were prominent in Ibaraki during the Heian period.
歴史
The shrine was re-established in 1869 after being destroyed during the Genpei War.