Katsurigawa Shrine, dedicated to the kami of rice and fertility, is a historic Shinto site in Iwate Prefecture. Its origins date back to the Edo period. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design, with a simple yet elegant main hall and several smaller shrines. Locals often visit for good fortune and blessings related to agriculture.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Tamayura-hime
- 祀られている神
- Tamayura-hime, Other regional kami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Bring a small gift of sake or rice to honor the kami at the shrine's entrance.
文化的背景
Katsurigawa Shrine is associated with the rice goddess, Tamayura-hime. Locals celebrate the annual Rice Harvest Festival (Matsuri) in autumn, featuring traditional dances and music.
歴史
Founded during the Edo period (1603-1867),