Love Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of love and prosperity, located in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture. The shrine's history dates back to the Heian period (794-1185), when it was originally built as a temple. Over time, it evolved into a Shinto shrine, and today it is one of the most famous and visited shrines in Japan.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Tenman
- 祀られている神
- Tenman
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Visit the shrine's beautiful gardens during cherry blossom season for stunning views.
文化的背景
Love Shrine is known for its unique 'love bridges,' which are wooden bridges with a single span that symbolize love and devotion. The shrine also hosts an annual festival in August, where visitors can pray for love and prosperity.
歴史
The current shrine structure was rebuilt in 1632 during the Edo period.