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Konpira Shrine

金比羅神社

Konpira Jinja

Hiroshima

A Shinto shrine dedicated to Kompira, a deity associated with safe sea travel, fishing, and maritime protection. Part of the network of Konpira shrines found throughout Japan, particularly in coastal regions.

宗派
Konpira
宗教
shinto
祭神
Kompira-san (guardian of sea travel and fishing)
祀られている神
Kompira, Okuninushi
座標
34.1802719, 132.4497116

参拝のヒント

Bring offerings related to safe travel or maritime activities when visiting this shrine.

文化的背景

Konpira worship originated from the syncretism of Shinto and Buddhist traditions, with Kompira being associated with the Buddhist deity Kumbhira. Fishermen and sailors traditionally pray here for safe voyages and good catches.

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