High Altitude Shrine, dedicated to the kami of Mount Hakodate's snow-capped peak. This shrine is part of the Rishiri-Rebun-Sarobetsu National Park in Hokkaido, Japan, and is renowned for its unique architecture that reflects the local Ainu culture. The shrine was built to honor the spirits believed to inhabit the mountain, and its design incorporates elements such as a large stone torii gate and an impressive vermilion fence.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
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- 祀られている神
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- 座標
- 43.1487108, 142.415626
参拝のヒント
For a breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains, climb to the top of the shrine's wooden torii gate at sunset.
文化的背景
High Altitude Shrine is associated with the Shiroi Koibito (White Love) legend, which tells the story of two star-crossed lovers who were separated by a mountain and ultimately reunited through their devotion to each other. This legend is still celebrated during the annual Winter Star Festival.
歴史
The shrine's existence dates back to the early Meiji period, around 1870.