Mokutei Shrine, located in the heart of Shizuoka Prefecture, is a serene Shinto sanctuary dedicated to the enshrined deity Mokutei no Kami, a kami associated with forests and mountains. The shrine's history dates back to the Muromachi period (14th century), with its current structure dating to the Edo period (17th-19th centuries). Woodland spirits are revered at this shrine, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Mokutei no Kami
- 祀られている神
- Mokutei no Kami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To make a respectful offering, visitors should tie a red ribbon around a tree trunk in gratitude for forest blessings upon their return.
文化的背景
Mokutei Shrine is closely tied to regional folklore involving woodland spirits and mountain deities. During the autumnal equinox festival, locals perform a traditional ritual to honor Mokutei no Kami's role in maintaining balance between nature and human life.
歴史
Founded during the Muromachi period