Star Shrine, located in the Tochigi Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of the heavens and celestial bodies. The shrine's name, 'Tori no Mai' meaning Star Festival, reflects its association with the annual festival celebrating the arrival of spring. This shrine is believed to have originated during the Edo period, but its historical roots can be traced back to the Heian era.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
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- 祀られている神
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- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit during the Star Festival (Yuki Matsuri) in late March when the grounds are illuminated with thousands of twinkling lights.
文化的背景
This shrine is connected to the mythology of the Tachibana-no-maru star, a celestial body believed to influence the weather and agriculture. Visitors can experience the unique cultural tradition of 'torii' gate cleaning, which is performed by local residents during special events.
歴史
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