Located in the city of Kashiwazaki, Niigata Prefecture, Ishidō Shrine is dedicated to the protection and prosperity of fishermen and farmers. Founded in the 17th century during the Edo period, the shrine is known for its unique architectural style featuring a large stone gate that resembles a giant stone drum. The shrine's main image is of Kushinohikoboshi, a kami believed to bring good fortune and a bountiful harvest.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Kushinohikoboshi
- 祀られている神
- Kushinohikoboshi, Izanagi-no-kami, Uzumegatana no Kami
- 座標
- 37.4905679, 138.6476046
参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's unique architecture, visit at dawn or dusk when the stone gate is illuminated by natural light.
文化的背景
Ishidō Shrine is known for its annual autumn festival, where visitors can participate in traditional games and activities such as rice-planting ceremonies and lantern-making. The shrine is also said to be connected to the myth of Kushinohikoboshi, who is believed to have been a fisherman turned into a kami after rescuing a group of villagers from drowning.
歴史
Founded in the 17th century during the Edo period.