Five-So-Sou Shrine, located in the heart of Dazaifu city, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of agriculture and fertility, Inari Okami. The shrine's history dates back to the Heian period (794-1185 CE), making it one of the oldest shrines in Fukuoka Prefecture.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Inari Okami
- 祀られている神
- Inari, Okami
- 座標
- 33.4567244, 130.5430146
参拝のヒント
For a unique experience, try visiting the shrine at night when it is illuminated with thousands of twinkling lights, creating a breathtaking spectacle.
文化的背景
Five-So-Sou Shrine is closely associated with the nearby Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, another famous Shinto shrine dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, a deity revered for his role in connecting heaven and earth. The two shrines share a common prayer hall and are often visited together.
歴史
The shrine was rebuilt after its destruction during the Genroku era (1688-1704 CE).