長濱神社 is a Shinto shrine located in Nagasaki Prefecture, dedicated to the kami of the sea and its bounty. The shrine's architecture reflects the influence of the Sakoku period, with traditional Ryukyu-style gateposts and tiled roofs. Visitors can explore the shrine's museum to learn more about the history and culture of the area.
- 宗派
- shinto
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Ōkuninushi
- 祀られている神
- Ōkuninushi
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
For a unique perspective on the shrine, take a stroll along the Nagasaki harbor and observe the sea life from the nearby promenade.
文化的背景
長濱神社 is closely tied to the myth of Ōkuninushi, who was said to have created the Japanese archipelago by throwing three rice balls into the sea. The shrine's annual festival, held in November, features traditional dances and offerings to the kami.
歴史
The shrine was originally founded in 1590 by Tokugawa Ieyasu as a tribute to the sea god Ōkuninushi.