Located in the heart of Hakone,八握神社 (Hakone Okugitsurei) is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of fire and lightning, known as Tametora. The shrine's unique eight-faced deity statue, called 'Hakone okagisha,' represents the power of the ocean and the volcano that formed this region. Visitors can experience the shrine's natural beauty during cherry blossom season or autumn foliage.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Tametora
- 祀られている神
- Hakone okagisha, Ryujin
- 座標
- 34.9172607, 137.7448281
参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's power, try visiting at dawn when the sun rises over Mount Fuji, casting a golden glow on the surrounding landscape.
文化的背景
Hakone Okugitsurei is famous for its association with the legend of Ryujin, the dragon god, who was said to have taken refuge in this shrine during the Heian period. The shrine's unique eight-faced deity statue also reflects the region's volcanic and oceanic origins.
歴史
The shrine was established in 1185 by Minamoto no Yoshinaka, a prominent warrior of the Genpei War period.