Kuma no Ma Shrine, located in Akita Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami Inazumanokami and Inari Okami. The shrine's architecture reflects its history as a minor temple during the Nara period, with later additions from the Heian and Kamakura periods. The shrine complex includes several buildings, shrines, and temples, making it a notable example of Japanese temple architecture.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Inazumanokami
- 祀られている神
- Inazumanokami, Inari Okami
- 座標
- 39.5041116, 140.085256
参拝のヒント
To avoid long lines, visit the shrine early in the morning or later in the afternoon.
文化的背景
Inazumanokami is revered for his role as a messenger between humans and the gods. The shrine's unique architecture reflects its historical significance as a major stop on the Silk Road, which passed through Akita Prefecture during the Heian period.
歴史
Founded in 718 AD, during the Asuka period.