Old Cedar Shrine, located in Echizen, Fukui Prefecture, is dedicated to Okuninushi no Kamikaze, a kami associated with harvests and agriculture. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period, with a wooden hall dedicated to the deity. While the original cedar tree that gave the shrine its name has fallen, the site remains significant for its connection to regional traditions.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Okuninushi no Kamikaze
- 祀られている神
- Okuninushi no Kamikaze
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To appreciate the shrine's traditional atmosphere, visit early in the morning or at sunset when the sun casts a warm glow through the wooden hall.
文化的背景
As a significant center for rice cultivation and harvests, Okuninushi no Kamikaze is often invoked to ensure bountiful crops. Locals may bring offerings of sake, rice, or greenery during festivals in honor of the deity.
歴史
The Old Cedar Shrine was established during the Edo period.