Located in the eastern prefecture of Chiba, Kin no Tsurugi-hirona Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deity Kin-no-Tsukuyomi, a sun goddess and protector of craftsmen and merchants. The shrine's name translates to 'Sword of the Sun,' reflecting its connection to the celestial realm and Kin-no-Tsukuyomi's role as a symbol of industry and commerce.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Kinno Tsukuyomi
- 祀られている神
- Kinno Tsukuyomi, Izanagi
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To make a meaningful offering to Kin-no-Tsukuyomi, visitors should bring a small gift of sake or rice wine, which is believed to bring good fortune and prosperity for craftsmen and merchants.
文化的背景
Kin no Tsurugi-hirona Shrine is one of the few Shinto shrines in Japan that still honors Kin-no-Tsukuyomi as a primary deity. This reflects the shrine's strong connection to local industry and commerce, which was particularly important during the Edo period. In addition, the shrine is also associated with the legend of Kin-no-Tsukuyomi's sword, said to have been given to the sun goddess by the god Izanagi.
歴史
The shrine was originally constructed during the Muromachi period (1336-1573) as a small shrine dedicated to Kin-no-Tsukuyomi. Over time, it has undergone several renovations and expansions, with the current structure dating back to the Edo period (1603-1867).