Located in the scenic town of Tomida, Kagishi Island Shrine is a Shinto temple dedicated to the kami of the island. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese styles, with a main hall and several smaller shrines. It is said that the shrine's foundation was laid during the Nara period, although no exact date is known.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Shisa no Kami
- 祀られている神
- Shisa, no, Kami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Visitors can take a ferry from Tomida port to access the island and explore the shrine's scenic grounds.
文化的背景
Kagishi Island Shrine is said to be one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Ibaraki Prefecture, with connections to the mythological island of Kagishima. The shrine's main hall is adorned with traditional Japanese architecture, while its surrounding grounds offer a peaceful retreat from urban life.
歴史
Nara period