New Eight Bridges Shrine, located in the city of Matsue in Shimane Prefecture, is one of Japan's oldest Shinto shrines, dating back to 645 AD. As its name suggests, the shrine is dedicated to the mythical god of good fortune and prosperity, known as Inari Okami. The shrine is famous for its unique architectural style, which combines elements of Japanese and Chinese designs, with eight vermilion torii gates, or bridges, that symbolize the connection between heaven and earth. The shrine's main hall, the Haiden, features a striking wooden roof, while the inner shrine, the Honden, houses Inari Okami's sacred image. Visitors can make offerings to the deity at one of the many altars located throughout the complex.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Inari Okami
- 祀られている神
- Inari Okami, Ryujin, Ryūgūjin
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To avoid long lines, visit the shrine early in the morning or late in the afternoon when the sun is not too strong.
文化的背景
In addition to Inari Okami, the shrine also enshrines the god of fertility and agriculture, Ryujin, as well as the god of the sea, Ryūgūjin. The shrine is also famous for its annual Autumn Leaves Festival (, Kōyō Matsuri), which takes place in November.
歴史
The shrine was originally founded by Emperor Kōtoku in 645 AD and has been rebuilt several times since then, most recently after being destroyed by fire in 1615.