Located in the city of Kiryu, Gunma Prefecture, Shirogane Shrine is dedicated to the worship of the god of rice, sake, and fertility, as well as the kami of the forest and the local patron deity, Gifu-no-kami. The shrine is known for its unique architecture, which features a large torii gate that doubles as a bridge over the nearby river. Visitors can experience the beauty of Japanese nature at this serene oasis.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Gifu-no-kami
- 祀られている神
- Gifu-no-kami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To make the most of your visit, be sure to bring a gift of sake or rice balls to offer to the kami.
文化的背景
As an important Shinto shrine in the region, Shirogane Shrine is also associated with the mythology of the forest and the natural world. The local legend of Gifu-no-kami tells of a powerful deity who protected the local population from harm.
歴史
The shrine was originally established during the Edo period and has been rebuilt several times due to damage from floods and fires.