配志和神社 is a Shinto shrine located in Oneko-cho, Aomori City, but appears to be listed under Iwate Prefecture and onekamichou in the provided information. The shrine is dedicated to Okami, the kami of cattle and horses, and is also known as Hikari-jinja or Hiko-shrine. It is believed that the shrine was established during the Edo period (1603-1868), possibly around 1650. The shrine is famous for its beautiful vermilion torii gate and its traditional architecture.
- 宗派
- shinto
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Okami
- 祀られている神
- Okami
- 座標
- 38.9431344, 141.1229465
参拝のヒント
Visitors can take a moment to appreciate the intricate wooden carvings on the torii gate before continuing their visit.
文化的背景
The shrine is also known for its unique festival tradition, which includes a ritual dance called the 'Matsuri no Odori' performed during the summer solstice. The dance is believed to have been influenced by the Buddhist tradition of Shichi-go-san-kansha, where devotees wear white clothing and perform rituals to ensure good luck for their children.
歴史
It is believed to have been founded in 1650, during the Edo period.