High Root Lighthouse Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Iwami Region of Shimane Prefecture. The shrine was built to worship the god of the sea and is famous for its beautiful gardens and traditional architecture. It is also known as 'Iwami Okuni-zukuri', which means 'a temple modeled after Okuninushi, the Shinto god of agriculture'.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Okuninushi
- 祀られている神
- Okuninushi, of, the, sea
- 座標
- 34.3120098, 133.0855427
参拝のヒント
For a unique experience, visit the shrine at sunset and walk along the nearby Iwami River to witness the traditional lamps lighting up the landscape.
文化的背景
This shrine is dedicated to Okuninushi, the Shinto god of agriculture, who was believed to bring fertility to the land. The shrine's architecture reflects this connection to nature and features many natural elements such as stone walls and wooden structures. Additionally, the shrine hosts an annual festival in July called 'Iwami Okuni Festival' which celebrates the arrival of summer.
歴史
The shrine was founded in 1605 during the Edo period.