Hand-watered basin, a Shinto shrine located in Akita Prefecture, is dedicated to the water deity Hachiman and also enshrines Suijin, the kami of rivers and streams. The shrine's architecture reflects its role as a purification site for travelers. Visitors can purify themselves by filling their cups with holy water from the basin, believed to wash away sins and bring good luck.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Hachiman, Suijin
- 祀られている神
- Hachiman, Suijin
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Before visiting the shrine, fill your cup with holy water from the hand-watered basin and sprinkle it onto your shoes as a purification ritual to cleanse yourself before entering the shrine.
文化的背景
The Hand-watered basin is closely tied to the legend of Suijin, who was said to have washed his hands at the site. The shrine's design also reflects its role in maintaining balance and harmony with nature, reflecting the Shinto belief in the interconnectedness of all things.
歴史
The Hand-watered basin dates back to the Heian period (794-1185) and has been an important stopping point for travelers on the Akita-Morioka route.