The Shitennō-ji Temple in Nagoya has a sister shrine, the Five-Column Shrine (Goshinmei-jinja) in Hiroshima Prefecture, which honors the five major deities of the Shinto pantheon: Amaterasu, Susanoo, Fujin, Raijin, and Inazuma. The shrine is believed to have been founded in 1601 by the Tokugawa shogunate to celebrate the arrival of the new era, Edo. Today, the Five-Column Shrine is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, attracting visitors with its stunning architecture and rich history.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Amaterasu, Susanoo, Fujin, Raijin, Inazuma
- 祀られている神
- Amaterasu, Susanoo, Fujin, Raijin, Inazuma
- 座標
- 34.2880339, 133.2004343
参拝のヒント
To appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit during the cherry blossom season in spring or autumn when the surrounding gardens are especially vibrant.
文化的背景
The Five-Column Shrine is significant in Shinto mythology as it commemorates the five deities associated with wind, thunder, and storms. The shrine's architecture reflects this connection, featuring a majestic torii gate adorned with wind chimes and lanterns to ward off evil spirits.
歴史
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