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Tokushima

The Ō-handashi Shrine in Tokushima Prefecture is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of the Oh-handashi River, which flows through the city. The shrine is famous for its beautiful garden and traditional architecture. According to local legend, the shrine was built during the Heian period by the local ruler, who wanted to appease the kami of the river.

宗教
shinto
祭神
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祀られている神
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座標
34.1636255, 133.7392339

参拝のヒント

Visitors can try their luck at the shrine's sacred well, which is said to have healing properties for fishermen and those seeking good fortune in the fishing industry.

文化的背景

The shrine hosts an annual autumn festival, which features traditional dances and performances to honor the kami of the Oh-handashi River. The festival is also known as the 'Oh-handashi Otsuya', meaning 'the dance of the river's edge'. This unique tradition showcases the importance of water in Tokushima's culture and folklore.

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