Water God Shrine, located in the scenic town of Hakuba in Nagano Prefecture, is dedicated to the Shinto god of water, Ryujin, and his wife, Urashima Taro's love interest, Otohime. The shrine is famous for its beautiful gardens and traditional Japanese architecture.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Ryujin
- 祀られている神
- Ryujin, Urashima Taro's kami (unknown), Otohime
- 座標
- 36.4404112, 138.1755553
参拝のヒント
For a unique visitor experience, try visiting the shrine during cherry blossom season (late April to early May) and attend the Water Festival, which celebrates Ryujin's power with boat races and traditional performances.
文化的背景
As one of the most prominent Shinto shrines in Nagano Prefecture, Water God Shrine is deeply connected to local folklore. Ryujin is said to reside in a nearby lake, where he is believed to grant good fortune to fishermen and provide protection from natural disasters.
歴史
The shrine was rebuilt in 1901 after being damaged by an earthquake.