Located in the picturesque city of Fujieda, Shizuuoka Prefecture, Ifukuji Shrine is dedicated to the Shinto god of mercy, Fujine Okami. As the shrine of Princess Shirakami from the legend of Ifukuji Castle, It was originally constructed during the Heian period (794-1185) as a temple and later converted to a Shinto shrine in 1869.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Fujine Okami
- 祀られている神
- Fujine Okami, Hoshigiri Yamato no Okami
- 座標
- 34.7869122, 138.0196701
参拝のヒント
When visiting Ifukuji Shrine, be sure to pray at the Fujine Okami's torii gate, which is said to bring good luck and prosperity.
文化的背景
Ifukuji Shrine is famous for its unique architecture, which features a torii gate with a wooden framework that allows visitors to pass underneath it. The shrine is also known for its beautiful autumn foliage and annual festivals celebrating the legendary princess Shirakami.
歴史
Originally constructed as a Buddhist temple during the Heian period, it was later converted to a Shinto shrine in 1869.