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田中神社

Niigata

Tada No Mura Shrine, located in the town of Tatsunoka, Niigata Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of fertility and agriculture, known as Inari Okami. The shrine's architecture reflects the traditional Japanese style, with a rectangular entrance hall (honden) and a wooden veranda. Visitors can explore the shrine's grounds, which include a large pond and several shrines dedicated to various kami.

宗教
shinto
祭神
Inari
祀られている神
Inari
座標
37.6310111, 139.8781312

参拝のヒント

Visit the shrine at dawn or dusk for the most serene atmosphere, and don't forget to bring an offering of rice cakes (senbei) to the shrine's front entrance.

文化的背景

Inari Okami is often depicted as a fox spirit in Japanese folklore, symbolizing good fortune and prosperity. The shrine also hosts an annual autumn festival (aki-matsuri), which features traditional dances and food stalls.

歴史

The shrine was built in 1682 during the Edo period, as part of the Toda clan's ancestral lands.

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