Outo no Daisō Dayakodō Church is a Shinto shrine located in Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture. The shrine was built to commemorate the arrival of Christian missionaries in 1873, and it has become a unique blend of Shinto and Christian traditions. The shrine's design reflects this mix, with traditional Japanese architecture meeting Western influences.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Mizu-no-kami
- 祀られている神
- Mizu-no-kami, Other kami may be enshrined here
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's unique architecture, take a guided tour from the back entrance to admire the intricate carvings and ornate details.
文化的背景
The shrine is associated with the kami of the sea, Mizu-no-kami. It is also known for its annual festival, which honors the arrival of Christianity in Japan and features traditional Shinto performances and Christian music.
歴史
Built in 1884.