新城神社 is a Shinto shrine located in Nagasaki, Japan, dedicated to the worship of the kami Amaterasu. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period (794-1185 CE), with a wooden torii gate and a main hall constructed from hinoki cypress wood.Visitors can admire the shrine's tranquil atmosphere, particularly during cherry blossom season, when the surrounding park is adorned with vibrant blooms.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Amaterasu
- 祀られている神
- Amaterasu
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To experience the serene beauty of 新城神社, arrive early to witness the sunrise and take a moment to appreciate the torii gate's natural beauty.
文化的背景
新城神社 is associated with the mythological figure Amaterasu, who is revered as the Shinto sun goddess. The shrine also hosts the annual Nagasaki Cherry Blossom Festival in March, which celebrates the arrival of spring.
歴史
The shrine was rebuilt in 1604 after being destroyed during the Genpei War (1180-1185 CE).