Gold Sword Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the Ibaraki Prefecture, dedicated to the deity Biroku-ohno no Kami, also known as Kin-gasa Hikoboshi, a kami of love and marriage. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design, with a unique haiden (main hall) featuring an impressive gold leaf roof. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which include a torii gate and a scenic pathway leading to a man-made lake.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Bi-oh-no-kah-mee
- 祀られている神
- Bi-roh-koo-oh-no-kah-mee, Kin-ga-sa Hi-koboshee
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Be sure to take a stroll around the shrine's beautiful garden at sunset for a serene atmosphere.
文化的背景
In Japanese folklore, Hikoboshi is said to bridge the heavens and the earth, allowing lovers to reunite on New Year's Eve. The shrine celebrates this tradition with a festival in late January, featuring lanterns and performances.
歴史
The shrine was originally founded in the 7th century during the Asuka period.