Located in the picturesque town of Echizen, Ifu River, and Echi Museum area, ifukuji, Miyajima Shrine is one of the oldest shrines on Miyajima Island. The shrine is famous for its beautiful forested grounds and ancient architecture. The shrine's history dates back to 690 AD, during the Asuka period, when it was a small temple. Later it was converted into a Shinto shrine in 718 AD by Empress Genmei.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit during cherry blossom season or autumn foliage.
文化的背景
Miyajima Shrine is famous for its beautiful forested grounds and ancient architecture. The shrine is also known for its unique tradition of 'Namahage,' where male dancers dressed in traditional costumes dance around the shrine to scare away evil spirits.
歴史
The shrine was originally constructed as a Buddhist temple, then later became a Shinto shrine.