This shrine, located in the city of Fujisawa in Kanagawa Prefecture, is dedicated to Fukurokuju, a Shinto deity known as the 'Deity of Prosperity' and the patron god of rice, good fortune, and prosperity. The shrine's main hall, designed in the traditional Heian period style, features an impressive vermilion torii gate and is surrounded by a tranquil garden. Visitors can experience the serene atmosphere and feel the blessings of Fukurokuju.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Fukurokuju
- 祀られている神
- Fukurokuju, Inari Okuninushi
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To make the most of your visit, try visiting during the festival season (July-August), when the shrine is illuminated with beautiful lanterns and the atmosphere is filled with excitement and joy.
文化的背景
Fukurokuju is also associated with the legend of the 'Inari Okuninushi', a mythical figure said to have brought prosperity and good fortune to the local area. The shrine's famous rice storage facilities, known as 'tsukubai', are believed to be a manifestation of this deity's power.
歴史
The shrine was originally built in the Edo period (1603-1868) as a family shrine for the local daimyo, but it has undergone several renovations over the centuries to its current form.