Located in the city of Fukuroi, Shizuoka Prefecture, Upper Soil Sun Goddess Ise Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu. The shrine was built on a hill overlooking the nearby Kiso River and features traditional Japanese architecture. It is believed that the shrine's current structure dates back to the Edo period. The shrine complex includes several smaller shrines, each enshrining different kami or spirits.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Amaterasu Ōmikami
- 祀られている神
- Sun Goddess Amaterasu, Upper Soil Kami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Visit the shrine early in the morning to witness the stunning sunrise over the Kiso River, which is believed to be a symbol of Amaterasu's divine power.
文化的背景
Ise Shrine is famous for its role as an ancestral shrine for the Tokugawa shoguns, who ruled Japan from 1603 to 1867. The shrine also hosts the annual Summer Festival (, Natsu Matsuri), which features traditional dances and music performances.
歴史
The shrine was originally built in 1680 during the Edo period.