Located in the city of Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, is the famous Kanda Myojin Shrine. Dedicated to the deities Susanoo and Amaterasu, it is one of Japan's most revered shrines.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Amaterasu, Susanoo
- 祀られている神
- Amaterasu, Susanoo
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To avoid long lines, visit Kanda Myojin during the shoulder season (April-May or September-October) when the cherry blossoms are in bloom.
文化的背景
Kanda Myojin is famous for its traditional Japanese architecture and beautiful gardens. It is also closely tied to Japanese mythology as the shrine is said to be the place where Susanoo and Amaterasu, the two main deities of Shintoism, appeared to each other after their battle.
歴史
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