Located in the heart of Yamanashi Prefecture, the Kenge Shin Ta Shrine is a Shinto temple dedicated to the kami of thunder and lightning, Ryujin. This shrine is one of the most famous in Japan and attracts many visitors each year.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Ryujin
- 祀られている神
- Ryujin, Tengu, Gamyara
- 座標
- 35.7893151, 138.3721201
参拝のヒント
To avoid waiting in line, consider visiting the shrine early in the morning or later in the evening when it is less crowded.
文化的背景
Kenge Shin Ta Shrine is known for its unique 'double-horned' torii gate, which is said to resemble a dragon's head. The shrine also hosts an annual festival to celebrate the summer solstice and the arrival of Ryujin.
歴史
The shrine was built in the late Muromachi period (14th century) during the reign of the Ashiba clan.