Tokyo's oldest Shinto shrine, the Shrines of Ise and Nikko are not the only places to worship at an ancient Shrine of the kami. The shrines in Izu Peninsula were worshipped by the Mikado of Japan before the capital was moved to Tokyo. In the year of 1868, Emperor Meiji changed the name of the shrine to its current form. Today, it is a must-see for anyone interested in Japanese history and culture. With over 1500 years of history, this shrine is truly unique and has many interesting stories to tell.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Tsukuyomi no kami
- 祀られている神
- Tsukuyomi, no, kami
- 座標
- 35.5100771, 140.3000792
参拝のヒント
Visit the shrine during cherry blossom season to see its beautiful sakura trees, or in autumn for a stunning display of fall foliage.
文化的背景
The shrine is famous for being one of the few Shinto shrines that was not destroyed by the Meiji Restoration, and it is still active today. The shrine's architecture is a mix of Heian and Edo periods styles, reflecting its long history.
歴史
Established during the Heian period (794-1185)