佐久多神社, located in the Shimane prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of the same name. The shrine's architecture and layout are characteristic of traditional Japanese temple design, with a main hall and several smaller shrines. The primary enshrined deity is Suku-Tori no Okami, a local kami associated with agriculture and fertility.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Suku-Tori no Okami
- 祀られている神
- Suku-Tori no Okami, Fukuyoshi no Kami
- 座標
- 35.4016256, 132.9656068
参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's architecture, visit during cherry blossom season when the surrounding trees are in full bloom.
文化的背景
佐久多神社 is known for its connection to the local folk festival, Yamaguni no Nakato, which honors the Suku-Tori no Okami and celebrates the arrival of spring. The shrine's layout also features a unique torii gate made from native cypress wood.
歴史
The shrine was originally established during the Heian period (794-1185 CE) as a humble forest altar dedicated to the worship of Suku-Tori no Okami.