琴平神社, located in the Gunma Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of prosperity and good fortune. The shrine's primary deity is not well-documented, but it is known that the name ' 琴平' refers to the nearby Musashi-Koyama Plateau, suggesting a connection to the region's natural resources and the local patron deity.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祀られている神
- null
- 座標
- 35.9253423, 139.4804525
参拝のヒント
To appreciate the shrine's scenic beauty, visit at dawn or dusk when the sun's light casts a warm glow over the surrounding landscape.
文化的背景
While specific festivals and traditions are not well-documented for 琴平神社, it is known that many Shinto shrines in Japan celebrate the New Year (Shogatsu) with purification rituals and visits to honor the kami.
歴史
The shrine was established during the Edo period (1603-1867), likely in the late 17th or early 18th century.