Located in the scenic town of Nikkō, Shimoike-hara, in the prefecture of Gunma, Indra Shrine is a sacred Shinto site that honors the storm god Susanoo-no-mikoto. Dedicated to the worship of Indra and other deities, the shrine boasts an impressive architecture featuring the iconic five-story pagoda and the beautiful garden designed by renowned landscape architect Kenkō Ietsune.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Susanoo
- 祀られている神
- Indra, Susanoo-no-mikoto, Uzume
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To fully experience the serene atmosphere of the shrine, visit during cherry blossom season (late March to early April) and take a stroll through the beautifully maintained gardens.
文化的背景
Indra Shrine is associated with the legend of Susanoo-no-mikoto's love affair with the princess of the land of Uzume. The shrine's sacred trees are believed to be descendants of those planted by Susanoo himself, which makes them particularly revered for their spiritual significance.
歴史
The shrine's current structure was rebuilt in 1862 after a devastating earthquake struck the area in 1859.