愛宕神社 is a Shinto shrine located in the heart of Tokyo, Japan. Dedicated to the goddess Amaterasu Ōmikami, the primary deity enshrined at the shrine is Amaterasu, often referred to as Hachiman-gū. The shrine's history dates back to 645 CE, during the Nara period. It has been rebuilt several times due to fires and natural disasters, with the current main hall constructed in 1634 during the Edo period.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Amaterasu Ōmikami
- 祀られている神
- Amaterasu, Susanoo no Mikoto
- 座標
- 35.6143898, 139.4458426
参拝のヒント
To avoid waiting for hours, consider visiting the shrine during its less busy hours (early morning or late afternoon) and use the express entrance for Hie Shrine's main hall, which often requires a long wait.
文化的背景
As one of Tokyo's most famous shrines, Hie Shrine is deeply connected to Japanese mythology. According to legend, Amaterasu was banished to the underworld but later returned after a visit from her brother Susanoo no Mikoto. The shrine also hosts various festivals throughout the year, including the Aki Matsuri (Autumn Festival) and Hoshimiya Matsuri (Star Festival).
歴史
The shrine was originally built on the site of an ancient temple dedicated to Amaterasu, who is considered the most important deity in Japanese mythology.