Located in Kyoto,御手槻大明神 Shrine is a minor Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of the hand and finger. Its name roughly translates to 'Great Enlightened God at the Hand Crossing'. The shrine's architecture reflects a Heian-style design, with a unique entrance tunnel that visitors must pass through before entering the main hall. The shrine is said to be an important site for those seeking blessings related to hands, fingers, or hand-related work.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Futsunemikoto
- 祀られている神
- Futsunemikoto
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Before entering the main hall, take a moment to admire the beautiful plum blossoms that bloom beneath the entrance tunnel, which is said to bring good luck for hand-related endeavors.
文化的背景
As one of Kyoto's lesser-known shrines,御手槻大明神 Shrine is still celebrated during the annual Cherry Blossom Viewing (Hanami) festival in late March, and on May 5th (Children's Day), where visitors can participate in traditional games and activities.
歴史
The shrine was originally established during the Nara period (710-794 CE), and has since undergone several renovations throughout its history.