Located in the city of Agematsu, in the Japanese prefecture of Niigata, the Jūni-sha-jinsha (Twelve Deities Shrine) is a Shinto temple dedicated to the worship of twelve kami. The shrine's architecture and layout are influenced by traditional Japanese design, with a main hall (honden) surrounded by smaller shrines and halls. While specific historical details about the shrine's founding are unknown, it is believed to have been established during the Edo period, possibly in the 17th or 18th century.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
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- 祀られている神
- Hachiman, Tenjin, Jinbatsu, Shirakami, Sōshin, Fuwa-no-Kamisama, Ōkuninushi, Tsuchigumo no Kami, Isuzu no Kami, Tsukuyomi no Kami, Kagutsuchi no Kami, Yatagarasu
- 座標
- 37.1275503, 138.7614937
参拝のヒント
To appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid crowds and capture the best light for photos.
文化的背景
The Jūni-sha-jinsha is said to be one of the few Shinto shrines in Japan that enshrines twelve kami, which are believed to represent different aspects of life and nature. The shrine's connection to Niigata prefecture may also make it relevant to local folklore and mythology.
歴史
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