Located in the city of Fujieda, Shizuoka Prefecture, Senshu Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami Senshu, which means 'sacred stream'. The shrine is situated near the Izu Peninsula and is famous for its beautiful garden and traditional architecture. Visitors can explore the shrine's main hall, which features a stunning torii gate, as well as its peaceful gardens filled with cherry blossom trees.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Senshu
- 祀られている神
- Senshu
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's garden, visit at dawn or dusk when the light is soft and the cherry blossoms are at their most beautiful.
文化的背景
Senshu Shrine is associated with the legend of Senshu no Mikoto, a kami who was said to have brought water from the Izu Peninsula to create the nearby Fuji River. The shrine is also famous for its annual Autumn Leaves Festival (Koyo Matsuri), which features traditional food stalls and lanterns.
歴史
The shrine was rebuilt in 1641 after being destroyed by a fire during the Edo period.