Located in the town of Sakura in Chiba Prefecture, Tsukimachi Okakumya Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deity Tsukiyomi-no-kami, also known as the Moon God. The shrine's architecture reflects its role as a sacred site for maritime trade and fishing. Its wooden torii gate is adorned with a beautiful lacquerwork screen depicting scenes of fishing villages and boats.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Tsukiyomi-no-kami
- 祀られている神
- Tsukiyomi-no-kami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To gain access to the shrine's inner grounds, visitors must first pass through a sacred gatehouse where they can receive a blessing from the shrine's staff.
文化的背景
Tsukiyomi-no-kami is often invoked for protection against storms and bad luck. The shrine also hosts an annual festival in autumn to honor the deity's role as a guardian of fishermen.
歴史
The shrine was originally built in 1679 during the Edo period, but it has undergone several renovations over the centuries.