This shrine, named 'Mukozuke no Okami,' is located in the city of Iwata in Shizuoka Prefecture and is dedicated to Mukuzuki Okami, a Shinto deity associated with the founding of the city. Visitors can explore the shrine's traditional Japanese architecture, which features a wooden torii gate and a large prayer hall. The shrine also houses several ancient artifacts, including a 17th-century stone lantern.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
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- 祀られている神
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- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To avoid long lines, visit the shrine during the week and try to arrive early in the morning to see the sun rising over the torii gate.
文化的背景
Mukuzuki Okami is believed to have been introduced to the area by a Buddhist priest who attempted to convert the local population. The shrine still observes traditional Shinto rituals, including the annual 'Kurama-e' festival in November.
歴史
The shrine was rebuilt in the Meiji period (1868-1912) after being damaged by an earthquake.