平川神社 is a Shinto shrine located in Toyama Prefecture, dedicated to the kami of the plain and fertility. Built during the Edo period (1860), the shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design with a tiled roof and wooden torii gate. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which feature a tranquil pond and walking paths, providing a serene escape from the surrounding city.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Inari
- 祀られている神
- Inari, Ōkami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's peaceful atmosphere, consider visiting at dawn or dusk when the sunlight filters through the torii gate, casting a warm glow across the grounds.
文化的背景
平川神社 is associated with the Shinto deity, Inari Ōkami, revered for its power to bring good fortune and fertility. During the autumnal festival of Inari Matsuri, shrine visitors can participate in the traditional rite of offering rice grains to the kami, symbolizing gratitude for the harvest.
歴史
平川神社 was rebuilt during the Meiji period (1868-1912) after suffering damage from floods in 1871.