Koishikawa-ji, also known as Kumano-gu, is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Shimada in Shizuoka Prefecture. Dedicated to the kami (spirits) of Mount Koya and Kumano, the shrine is one of the most prominent shrines in the Kumano region, renowned for its beautiful gardens and historic architecture. The shrine's primary enshrined deity is Susanoo no Mikoto.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Susanoo no Mikoto
- 祀られている神
- Susanoo no Mikoto
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Visit the nearby Koya-san temple to see the famous Otozan temple, a sacred site for Shinto and Buddhist pilgrims alike.
文化的背景
Koishikawa-ji is closely tied to the mythology of Kumano, featuring in several Shinto texts, including the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki. The shrine's annual Cherry Blossom Festival attracts many visitors.
歴史
The current shrine was rebuilt in 1685 during the Edo period.