Located in the city of Kanazawa, Hokuriku region, Abura Aushi Jinja is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of the sea and agriculture. The shrine's name, Arpa Aushi, roughly translates to 'sea and rice fields.' Visitors can see traditional Japanese architecture, including a haiden (main hall) and a honden (main shrine). The shrine is also famous for its beautiful gardens and nearby beaches.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Susanoo
- 祀られている神
- Susanoo, Hokuto-no-Mikoto
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Visitors can try some local specialties such as Sanma (sailfish) at a food stall near the shrine entrance.
文化的背景
Abura Aushi Jinja is said to be a sacred site for fishermen and farmers. During the annual Sea Festival, participants reenact an ancient ritual in which people dressed in fisherman costumes perform a prayer ceremony for safe fishing trips.
歴史
The shrine was originally founded in the Edo period, but its current structure dates back to the Meiji period.