Bear Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of bears, located in Nasu City, Ibaraki Prefecture. The shrine is famous for its association with the legend of Ō no Yasumaro, who was said to have been transformed into a bear by the gods. The shrine has three main shrines dedicated to different aspects of the bear's nature: the Bear God Shrine (Kojin-jinja), the Bear Spirit Shrine (Tanuki-jinja), and the Bear Medicine Shrine (Usagi-jinja).
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Ō no Yasumaro
- 祀られている神
- Bear God, Bear Spirit, Bear Medicine
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Visit during bear viewing season (October-November) to see the shrine's bears, including the famous giant bear statue.
文化的背景
The shrine is known for its unique architectural style, featuring a blend of traditional and modern elements. It also hosts an annual Bear Festival in October, which includes traditional dances and performances.
歴史
Founded in the Heian period (794-1185 CE) during the reign of Emperor Ichijō.