Fox spirit kami enshrined at Fūhei-ya, a Shinto shrine dedicated to the veneration of foxes in Aomori Prefecture. According to local legend, the shrine was built to honor a fox that brought good fortune and prosperity to the area. The shrine is known for its unique architectural style, featuring a wooden gate adorned with fox-shaped carvings.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Fox
- 祀られている神
- Tatsu, or, Kitsune
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To fully experience the shrine's atmosphere, visit at dawn or dusk when the sun casts a warm glow through the fox-shaped gates.
文化的背景
In Aomori Prefecture, the fox spirit is revered as a symbol of good luck and prosperity. The shrine's annual festival, held in July, features traditional performances and offerings to the kami, including sake and rice cakes.
歴史
Founded during the Edo period (1603-1867),