Located in East Kūrumi, Saitama Prefecture, Tsukinookami Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deity of Mount Tsukinohara, which lies within its grounds. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design, with a main hall and several smaller shrines. In the spring, the shrine hosts a festival celebrating the arrival of cherry blossoms on Mount Tsukinohara.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Tsukinohara no Kamado
- 祀られている神
- Mount Tsukinohara's Kami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To avoid long lines, visitors are advised to arrive early in the morning or visit during weekdays.
文化的背景
This shrine is associated with the mythology of the Ryūgū, a legendary sea serpent from Japanese folklore. According to legend, Mount Tsukinohara was formed from the scales of the Ryūgū.
歴史
The shrine was established in the Edo period, specifically during the reign of Tokugawa Ietsugu.