White Rock Shrine, located in the city of Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deity of Mt. Hyogo and the patron saint of the city. The shrine's name 'Shiroi Iwai' translates to White Rock, referring to its distinctive white rock formation that serves as the foundation for the main hall. The shrine's history dates back to the 7th century, with records indicating it was an important center of worship during the Nara period.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
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- 祀られている神
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- 座標
- 35.5255906, 134.7403838
参拝のヒント
Visitors can experience a unique aspect of White Rock Shrine by purchasing a 'Sakazuki' vessel at the shrine's shop and participating in the traditional 'Sake-sharing ritual', which involves washing down sake with water from the vessel.
文化的背景
White Rock Shrine is associated with the mythological figure of Takamagahara, a legendary mountain said to be the dwelling place of the sun goddess Amaterasu. The shrine also hosts an annual spring festival called 'Yoshino Sakaki Matsuri', which involves the lighting of over 1,000 torches along the banks of the nearby Kobe River.
歴史
The shrine has been rebuilt several times due to fires and natural disasters, with the current structure dating back to the 19th century.