One no Torii is a historic Shinto shrine located in the city of Joetsu, Niigata Prefecture. The shrine was originally built in 718 as a humble torii gate dedicated to the kami Ryuzu, patron deity of rivers and streams. Over time, the shrine has undergone numerous transformations and renovations while maintaining its traditional architecture. Visitors can see examples of these changes on display at the shrine's museum. Today, One no Torii is an important cultural site and popular tourist destination.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Ryuzu
- 祀られている神
- Ryuzu, Nanabino-oki
- 座標
- 37.6583534, 139.0535117
参拝のヒント
When visiting One no Torii, try to time your visit with the local summer festival, where participants carry traditional wooden lanterns through the streets and make offerings to the kami.
文化的背景
As a site dedicated to the river god Ryuzu, One no Torii is deeply connected to Niigata's waterways. The shrine's museum features exhibits on the history of the torii gate as well as traditional crafts associated with local water management.
歴史
Built in 718 during the Nara period.