The Ō-ya-ma-hiko-jinja Shrine in Okayama Prefecture is dedicated to the god of medicine, health, and fertility. The shrine's name is derived from the legendary physician who cured an ailing empress. Its traditional architecture reflects the Heian period style, with a rectangular main hall and wooden torii gate. Visitors can explore the shrine's beautiful garden and temple grounds.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Ōya-ma-hiko
- 祀られている神
- Ōya-ma-hiko
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Don't forget to purify your hands at the temizuya, a sacred water basin located near the main torii gate, before entering the shrine grounds.
文化的背景
The shrine is associated with the mythological figure Ōya-ma-hiko, who is said to have cured an empress's illness. It is also famous for its traditional crafts, such as woodcarving and pottery, which are often displayed in the shrine's museum.
歴史
Founded in 718 AD during the Asuka period, it is one of Japan's oldest shrines.