Autumn Leaves Shrine, Autumn Leaves Temple located in the mountains of Lake Biwa's Shiga Prefecture, is a small Shinto shrine dedicated to the rice god and fertility. The shrine is famous for its striking autumn foliage. During the autumn season, visitors can enjoy a beautiful display of changing leaves amidst the tranquil atmosphere of the temple.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Tenjin
- 祀られている神
- Tenjin
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
For best views of autumn foliage, visit at dawn or dusk when the sun casts a golden glow on the changing leaves.
文化的背景
The shrine is connected to the myth of the Rice Goddess (Komegami) who was said to have appeared in a cave near the current site. Locals still offer prayers for good harvests during the autumn festival, called Akizukuri.
歴史
Founded in 1628