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Munakata Shrine

胸形神社

Munakata Jinja

Gifu

A Shinto shrine in Gifu Prefecture dedicated to the three Munakata goddesses, who are revered as protectors of seafaring, transportation, and safe travel. The Munakata deities originated from the famous Munakata Taisha in Fukuoka but have been enshrined at various locations throughout Japan.

宗派
Munakata
宗教
shinto
祭神
Munakata Sanjojin (Three Munakata Goddesses)
祀られている神
Ichikishimahime-no-mikoto, Tagorihime-no-mikoto, Takitsuhime-no-mikoto
座標
35.116079, 137.1887752

参拝のヒント

Pray for safe travel and transportation, as these deities are especially known for protecting travelers.

文化的背景

The Munakata goddesses are among the most important female deities in Shinto, born from the purification ritual of Susanoo and Amaterasu. They are particularly venerated for protection during travel and are considered guardians of roads and waterways.

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