Located in the Hyogo Prefecture, Fire Prevention Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of fire prevention and protection from fires. The shrine's name, '火伏神社,' literally translates to 'Fire Preventing Shrine.' Its primary enshrined deity is not explicitly stated, but it is likely associated with a local kamuy or a patron kami for fire prevention. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese styles, with a wooden torii gate and a rectangular main hall.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祀られている神
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- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To avoid getting burned by bonfires during festivals, visitors should wear heat-resistant gloves and stay at least 10 meters away from the fire pit.
文化的背景
The shrine is known for its association with fire prevention and protection. During the annual Fire Prevention Festival (, hi no tsutsumi matsuri), participants dress in firefighter costumes and perform rituals to ward off evil spirits and fires. The shrine's torii gate is also decorated with fire-resistant materials to symbolize protection.
歴史
The Fire Prevention Shrine was built during the Edo period (1603-1868), likely to address the growing concerns of fires in Hyogo Prefecture.