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- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Tori-no-Ie
- 祀られている神
- Tori-no-Ie, Amaterasu Omikami
- 座標
- 37.1339247, 138.2216231
参拝のヒント
For a truly immersive experience, visit the shrine at dawn or dusk when the sunlight filters through the paper lanterns, casting a warm glow over the grounds.
文化的背景
The Tonaseki Shrine is also known for its unique festival tradition, where participants dress up in traditional costumes and reenact the myth of Tori-no-Ie's sacrifice. Additionally, the shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as a major hub for local rice cultivation.
歴史
The shrine was originally built in 1608 by local daimyo, Katsunaga Uesugi, as a humble Buddhist temple dedicated to the deity of rice, Amaterasu Omikami. It was later converted into a Shinto shrine during the Edo period.