Located in the heart of Sapporo, Hokkaido's largest city, is the Meiji Shrine, a Shinto shrine dedicated to Emperor Meiji and his wife, Empress Shoken. Dedicated in 1926, the shrine was built as a symbol of Japan's transition from the Imperial era to a constitutional monarchy.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Oyasato no Okami
- 祀られている神
- Oyasato no Okami, Other kami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To truly experience the tranquility of the shrine, visit at dawn or dusk when the sun casts a warm glow over the tranquil forested grounds.
文化的背景
The Meiji Shrine is associated with the enshrined kami, Oyasato no Okami, a benevolent spirit believed to protect visitors and promote good fortune. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese styles, including a vermilion torii gate and a holly leaf-shaped roof, typical of Shinto shrines in Hokkaido.
歴史
The shrine was dedicated on May 30, 1926, in honor of the Meiji Restoration's 50th anniversary.