Located in the city of Kiryu, Gunma Prefecture, Fullai Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of agriculture and prosperity. The shrine's name, Fullai, literally means 'harvest moon.' Built during the Kamakura period (1185-1333), the shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design with a tiled roof and wooden pillars. In Japanese mythology, Fullai is believed to be associated with the god Inari, patron deity of rice and industry.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Inari
- 祀られている神
- Inari
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To make a wish, visitors should ring the large bell located on the shrine's grounds, which is said to have been installed by Toyotomi Hideyoshi.
文化的背景
Fullai Shrine hosts an annual autumn festival, known as Aki Matsuri, where visitors can enjoy traditional performances and local food. The shrine is also famous for its unique ' torii gate with a curved roof,' which is said to resemble the shape of a giant rice grain.
歴史
Fullai Shrine was rebuilt in its current form during the Muromachi period (1336-1573).