Suban-jinja, a Shinto shrine located in the city of Yatsugatake, Shizuoka Prefecture, is dedicated to the kami of fire and volcanoes. The shrine's history dates back to the 17th century, during the Edo period. It is known for its unique architecture and its role as a purifying and protective site for those visiting the nearby hot springs.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Fukutarosama
- 祀られている神
- Fukutarosama
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Visitors can purify themselves before entering the shrine by rinsing their hands and face at the nearby water basin, which is believed to bring good luck and ward off evil spirits.
文化的背景
Suban-jinja is famous for its role as a purifying site during the New Year (Oshogatsu) festival in Japan, when visitors seek blessings and purification. The shrine's unique architecture also reflects its connection to fire and volcanoes, with many of its buildings designed to resemble volcanic rock formations.
歴史
Founded in 1638 during the Edo period, null