The Mikkae-yama Shrine, located in Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, is dedicated to the Three Swords Sacred Shrine deity (Mikkae-yama no Kami) and the god of wisdom and prosperity. The shrine's architecture reflects its Heian period origins, with a wooden torii gate and a serene garden filled with weeping cherry blossoms. Visitors can experience the tranquility of the shrine grounds, which are said to be particularly sacred on New Year's Day (Oshogatsu).
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Three Swords Sacred Shrine deity
- 祀られている神
- Mikkae-yama no Kami, Three Swords Sacred Shrine deity
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Visit the shrine early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid crowds and fully appreciate the serene atmosphere of the garden.
文化的背景
The shrine is famous for its association with the legendary Minamoto no Yoshitsune, a skilled samurai who is said to have used his wisdom and cunning to escape capture. The Mikkae-yama Shrine is also known for its unique 'forest of lanterns' during the autumn festival, where hundreds of paper lanterns are hung throughout the forest.
歴史
Established during the Heian period.