Located in the city of Akita, Eight Horseshoe Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deity Susanoo no Mikoto and the storm god Susanoo. The shrine's name 'Hachimantai Jyofuku' literally means 'Eight Horseshoe Shrine', which refers to the shape of the mountain on which it stands. Founded in 733 AD, the shrine has a long history dating back to the Nara period.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Susanoo
- 祀られている神
- Susanoo, Yamata no Orochi
- 座標
- 39.443805, 140.5712522
参拝のヒント
To appreciate the shrine's unique landscape, try visiting at sunrise or sunset when the mountain is bathed in golden light.
文化的背景
The Eight Horseshoe Shrine is also famous for its historical connection to the legend of Susanoo no Mikoto and his battle against the serpent Yamata no Orochi. During festivals held in August, devotees often pray for good harvests and fertile soil.
歴史
Founded in 733 AD during the Nara period