Wooden structures and vermilion gates adorn the forested grounds of Woodstock Shrine, a tranquil retreat nestled in the heart of the Kinokawa River valley. Dedicated to the god of the underworld, Inari Okami, the shrine's primary deity is Inari Okami, with several other kami believed to be enshrined, including Ukanose-no-kami and Kotosan-no-kami. Visitors can walk through the gates to experience a serene atmosphere reminiscent of ancient Japan.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Inari Okami
- 祀られている神
- Inari Okami, Ukanose-no-kami, Kotosan-no-kami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Bring a small gift, such as fruit or rice balls, to be offered to Inari Okami at the designated altar.
文化的背景
Inari Okami is often associated with fertility and prosperity. The shrine's location along the Kinokawa River valley may have originated from the reverence for water sources in Shintoism. During cherry blossom season, locals hold a festival to celebrate the arrival of spring.
歴史
Established in 1554 during the Momoyama period, the shrine has since been rebuilt multiple times due to fires and natural disasters.