諏訪神社 is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Nagaoka, Niigata Prefecture. Dedicated to the kami Inari Okami, the shrine is known for its beautiful autumn foliage and traditional torii gate. Visitors can experience the tranquil atmosphere and rich history of the shrine by walking through the serene gardens.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Inari Okami
- 祀られている神
- Inari, Okami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Visitors should bring a small gift, such as rice or oranges, to offer to the kami at the designated donation box.
文化的背景
As an Inari shrine, 諏訪神社 is famous for its many fox spirits, known as kitsune, which are believed to be messengers of the kami. The shrine also celebrates the annual Hikimori Festival in November, which honors the founding date of the shrine.
歴史
The shrine was founded in 1199 during the Heian period.