Located in the Japanese Alps, Mt. Otsuka Shrine is dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu and the storm god Susanoo. The shrine's architecture reflects its rustic mountain setting, with wooden buildings and thatched roofs. Visitors can explore the shrine's forested grounds and take in the scenic views of the surrounding mountains.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Amaterasu, Susanoo
- 祀られている神
- Amaterasu, Susanoo
- 座標
- 34.8414278, 137.6343198
参拝のヒント
For a unique experience, visit the shrine during cherry blossom season to see the blooming trees against the mountain backdrop.
文化的背景
This shrine is associated with the mythology of Mt. Otsuka's connection to the sun goddess Amaterasu and the storm god Susanoo. The shrine also hosts an annual festival in July to celebrate the patron deity's power over storms and fertility.
歴史
The shrine was rebuilt after a fire in 1875.