Located in the Akita Prefecture, 鶴潟神社 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the sea god Susanoo-no-Mikoto and the deity of fishing, Ietsugu-Okami. The shrine's architecture reflects its coastal location, with a curved roof resembling a wave. As one of the oldest shrines in Akita Prefecture, 鶴潟神社 has played an important role in the local community for centuries.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Susanoo-no-Mikoto, Ietsugu-Okami
- 祀られている神
- Susanoo-no-Mikoto, Ietsugu-Okami
- 座標
- 39.5409952, 140.0581142
参拝のヒント
To respect the shrine's fishing heritage, please refrain from using fishing nets or rods while visiting to avoid disturbing the local ecosystem.
文化的背景
The shrine is closely tied to the mythology of Susanoo-no-Mikoto, who was said to have created the Japanese archipelago by slapping his oar against the sea. Locals often visit during the annual fishing festival in October to celebrate this mythological event and honor the deity's connection to the ocean.
歴史
Founded during the Heian period (794-1185 CE),