Located in the mountains of Gunma Prefecture, small Sakazura Shrine is dedicated to Tamayama no Okami, a regional kami who watches over the forest and its inhabitants. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design, with a wooden torii gate and a moss-covered vermilion torii door. Visitors can explore the surrounding forest and enjoy scenic views of the nearby valley.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Tamayama no Okami
- 祀られている神
- Tamayama no Okami, Other kami associated with the shrine
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To appreciate the shrine's natural surroundings, consider visiting early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid crowds.
文化的背景
Sakazura Shrine is associated with the mythology of Tamayama no Okami, a kami believed to reside in the forest and watch over its inhabitants. The shrine also celebrates the annual Sakazura Matsuri festival, which honors the arrival of autumn and the harvest season.
歴史
Founded in 1452 during the Muromachi period.