A Shinto shrine in Fukushima Prefecture dedicated to Raijin, the Japanese deity of thunder and lightning. The shrine serves as a place of worship for the thunder god, reflecting the deep connection between Shinto practice and natural phenomena in Japanese religious tradition.
- 宗派
- Raijin
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Raijin (thunder deity)
- 祀られている神
- Raijin
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Thunder shrines are often visited during stormy seasons for protection prayers.
文化的背景
Raijin is one of Japan's most recognizable thunder deities, often depicted as a fearsome demon carrying drums that produce thunder. Thunder shrines like this one traditionally serve communities seeking protection from storms and natural disasters.