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Tanokami Shrine

田の神神社

Tanokami Jinja

A shrine dedicated to Ta no Kami, the Shinto deity of rice fields and agricultural prosperity. These shrines are typically found in rural farming communities throughout Japan and serve as centers for prayers related to successful harvests and protection of crops.

宗派
Tanokami
宗教
shinto
祭神
Ta no Kami (rice field deity)
祀られている神
Ta no Kami
座標
34.8187776, 137.2761489

参拝のヒント

Visit during spring planting or autumn harvest seasons when community agricultural festivals may be taking place.

文化的背景

Ta no Kami is believed to descend from the mountains in spring to oversee rice planting and ascend back in autumn after harvest. Many communities hold seasonal festivals at these shrines to mark the agricultural calendar.