Located in the city of Kawaguchi, Saitama Prefecture, Village Town Mountain Paper God Shrine is dedicated to Oya no Kami and Inari Okami. This shrine blends architectural elements from various historical periods, including the Heian period, with a mix of traditional and modern features. Visitors can explore the shrine's grounds, which include a forested area and a museum showcasing local history and culture.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Oya no Kami, Inari Okami
- 祀られている神
- Oya, Inari
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Be sure to visit the shrine's paper craft museum, where you can see traditional Japanese paper crafts and learn about the art of making washi paper.
文化的背景
This shrine is particularly notable for its connections to Oya no Kami, a kami associated with paper, writing, and communication. The shrine also hosts an annual paper craft festival, where artisans showcase their skills and visitors can try their hand at making traditional crafts.
歴史
Founded in 1861 during the Meiji period