Located in the town of Soto, Tottori Prefecture, High Tail Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of agriculture and prosperity, known as Mimasaka no Okami. The shrine's name '高尾' translates to 'High Tail', which refers to the high tail of a samurai warrior who was said to have sacrificed himself to save the town from invaders. This mythological story reflects the importance of bravery and protection in Japanese culture.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Mimasaka no Okami
- 祀られている神
- Mimasaka no Okami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Visitors can walk around the shrine grounds to admire the traditional wooden gate and take in the peaceful atmosphere, but be sure to try some of the local 'mimidashi', a type of pickled plum leaf commonly offered as an oblation at the shrine.
文化的背景
As one of Japan's oldest shrines, High Tail Shrine is famous for its role in Japanese mythology, particularly in the legend of Mimasaka no Okami. The shrine also hosts various festivals throughout the year, including the 'Midasakana Taisha Matsuri', a celebration honoring the god of agriculture.
歴史
The current main hall was rebuilt during the Edo period (1603-1868), however the shrine's origins date back to the 7th century.