Located in the town of Ube, Shimane Prefecture, 美能胡子神社 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami Okami-hozu-gami, revered as a patron deity of the local community and agriculture. The shrine's architectural style reflects traditional Japanese design, with a main hall constructed using locally quarried stone and wooden pillars. Visitors can explore the shrine's grounds, which include a sacred pond and a variety of seasonal flowers.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Okami-hozu-gami
- 祀られている神
- Okami-hozu-gami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's tranquil atmosphere, arrive early in the morning to witness the sunrise over the sacred pond.
文化的背景
Okami-hozu-gami is often depicted in local art and literature as a powerful, benevolent deity associated with fertility and good fortune. The shrine's annual festivals celebrate the harvest season and honor the kami's role in ensuring the region's agricultural prosperity.
歴史
Founded in 1679 during the Edo period, 美能胡子神社 was originally built as a rural shrine for local farmers.