Located in the city of Omi, Shiga Prefecture, Tarō no Iwa-dera is a renowned Tendai Buddhist temple, but its Tenjin Shrine and image gallery make it a unique Shinto destination. The current main hall, dedicated to Tenjin (Sokui), was built during the Meiji Period. Enshrined here are the deities of learning and wisdom, such as Hachiman, Fudo Myōo, and Inari Okami.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Tenjin
- 祀られている神
- Hachiman, Fudo Myōo, Inari Okami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To avoid long lines, visit during the week instead of weekends. Consider purchasing a combo ticket for temple grounds, image gallery, and Tenjin Shrine.
文化的背景
The shrine's image gallery features famous Japanese woodblock prints, including works by Hokusai. In October, the Tenjin Festival is held here, honoring Tenjin with rituals and traditional performances.
歴史
Founded in the Heian period (794-1185), it has been expanded and renovated over time.