Starry Night Shrine, located in the Tochigi Prefecture, is a Shinto temple dedicated to the protection of travelers and fishermen. Its name is derived from the star-like stone lamp posts along its approach road, which were believed to have been installed by a kami (Shinto deity) to guide lost travelers back to the shrine.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祀られている神
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- 座標
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参拝のヒント
When visiting at night, take note of the lanterns that line the approach road and are believed to have been installed by a kami to guide lost travelers back to the shrine.
文化的背景
The shrine is associated with the mythology of the Yamanashi region, where it is said that the star-like stone lamp posts were a gift from the moon goddess Tsukiyomi, who watched over travelers and fishermen. The shrine also holds an annual Star Festival (Tanabata) celebration in late August.
歴史
Established during the Heian period (794-1185 CE),