厄神社, located in the city of Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of evil spirits and misfortune, known as 'Ebisu' or 'Enma'. The shrine's name roughly translates to 'Shrine of Evil Spirits' or 'Shrine of the God of Evil'. It is believed that Ebisu is responsible for guiding the souls of the dead to the underworld, and that he can also be appeased with offerings of sake, rice, and other foodstuffs. Despite its ominous name, the shrine is known for its beautiful gardens and tranquil atmosphere.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Ebisu
- 祀られている神
- Ebisu, Enma
- 座標
- 35.3458055, 139.4847615
参拝のヒント
To avoid any misfortune during your visit, it's customary to bow upon entering the shrine grounds and to make an offering of sake at the torii gate.
文化的背景
As with many Shinto shrines, purification rituals are an important part of the Enma Shrine's ceremonies. The shrine is also known for its unique ' evil spirit' themed festivals, which take place on specific dates throughout the year.
歴史
The shrine was originally built in 1873 as a Buddhist temple, but was later converted to a Shinto shrine in 1888.