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Kojin Shrine

荒神様

Kojin-sama

Yamaguchi

A local shrine dedicated to Kojin, a fierce protective deity in Japanese folk religion who guards against evil spirits and brings protection to households and communities. Kojin worship blends Shinto and Buddhist elements, with the deity often invoked for protection of the home, hearth, and family.

宗派
Kojin
宗教
shinto
祭神
Kojin (fierce protective deity)
祀られている神
Kojin
座標
33.9922404, 130.8174994

参拝のヒント

Look for distinctive fierce imagery or multiple-faced deity representations that characterize Kojin worship.

文化的背景

Kojin is typically depicted as a fierce deity with multiple faces and arms, serving as a guardian against malevolent forces. In folk belief, Kojin protects the household, particularly the kitchen and hearth area, and is often worshipped alongside other protective deities in rural communities.

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