Located in the city of Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Eight Great Dragons King Shrine is a Shinto temple dedicated to the eight dragons that are said to have saved the gods from the monster Yamata no Orochi. The shrine is famous for its beautiful garden and traditional architecture, which dates back to the 17th century.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Ryujin
- 祀られている神
- Ryujin, Tsukuyomi, Enma-hōō, Gaki no Ōka, Ōgami Ryūjin, Yamatsunagushi Ryūjin, Kanari-no-Kami, Ōkuni-in
- 座標
- 35.1407739, 139.6221931
参拝のヒント
To get a glimpse of the sacred dragons, look for the large stone statue of a dragon with an open mouth in the front garden. This is believed to be a symbol of protection and good luck.
文化的背景
As one of the oldest shrines in Yokohama, Eight Great Dragons King Shrine has been recognized as an Important Cultural Property by the Japanese government. The shrine's architecture and gardens are influenced by traditional Edo-period designs, reflecting the region's rich cultural heritage.
歴史
The shrine was originally built in 1681 during the Tokugawa shogunate period.