Located in the city of Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, 39 Shishigahara Road is a historic shrine dedicated to the god of prosperity and good fortune. Built in 1693 during the Edo period, it features traditional Japanese architecture with a large torii gate and a complex shrine compound. The shrine is said to be the ancestral home of the Kawagoe daimyo family and is still an important cultural site today.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Nakayama Hachiman
- 祀られている神
- Nakayama Hachiman, Tobiumi no Kami
- 座標
- 35.7213698, 139.2473646
参拝のヒント
Visitors can enjoy traditional Japanese sweets at the on-site shop, which offers a variety of seasonal treats.
文化的背景
The shrine is famous for its annual Otsuya Odori festival, which takes place every August and features traditional dance performances and games. The shrine compound also houses a museum showcasing the history and culture of Kawagoe.
歴史
Founded in 1693 during the Edo period