Located in the city of Kanazawa, this Shinto shrine is dedicated to the god of heaven and the sun. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period, with a distinctive five-story pagoda that stands out among other buildings in the surrounding area.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Amaterasu Omikami
- 祀られている神
- Amaterasu, Hachiman
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's tranquil atmosphere, visit at dawn or dusk when the sun casts a warm glow over the grounds.
文化的背景
This shrine is believed to be the ancestral home of the Maeda family, who ruled the Kaga Domain in Ishikawa Prefecture. The shrine is also associated with the god of war, Hachiman, and is said to offer blessings for soldiers and their families.
歴史
Built during the Nara period (c. 730-794 CE), the shrine was renovated during the Edo period to incorporate elements of Kamakura-style architecture.