Wild Deer Shrine in the Japanese Alps, located in the town of Mikage, Gunma Prefecture. It is dedicated to the water deer (Shika) and other local wildlife. The shrine's architecture reflects its natural surroundings, with a wooden torii gate and a pond surrounded by tall trees.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Shichiyama no Nagato
- 祀られている神
- Shichiyama no Nagato, Other local kami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Visit the shrine's forested grounds early in the morning to see the water deer roaming freely.
文化的背景
The shrine is associated with the myth of a god who transformed into a deer to save humans from a flood. It is also known for its autumn foliage and traditional festivals celebrating the harvest season.
歴史
Founded in 1678 during the Edo period.