Please-ta Jinja is a Shinto shrine located in the Nishiki-ku district of Kyoto, dedicated to the god of fertility and prosperity, Take-mikazuchi-no-kami, as well as other kami such as Ukanosekizame-no-kami and Takasago-no-kami. The shrine's current structure dates back to the Meiji period (1868-1912), although it is believed that the original shrine was established in 1333 during the Muromachi period.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Take-mikazuchi-no-kami
- 祀られている神
- Take-mikazuchi-no-kami, Ukanosekizame-no-kami, Takasago-no-kami
- 座標
- 35.0156717, 135.6077524
参拝のヒント
To avoid long wait times, visitors should consider visiting early in the morning or later in the evening when possible.
文化的背景
Please-ta Jinja is famous for its beautiful gardens and traditional architecture. The shrine also hosts a spring festival called 'Koyo no Sai,' which celebrates the changing colors of the cherry blossoms. Additionally, the shrine is said to be an important site for purification rituals during the New Year (Oshogatsu) celebrations.
歴史
The shrine was originally founded by Take-mikazuchi-no-kami and played a significant role in the development of Kyoto's agricultural industry.