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七面山 七面堂

Akita

Seven-Faced Mountain Seven-Faced Hall is a Shinto shrine located in the Akita Prefecture, dedicated to the god of agriculture and fertility, named Kumagasa-oki-mimi no-kami. The shrine's architecture reflects the regional style of Tohoku region, with a distinctive seven-story tower, said to represent the seven faces of the mountain. The shrine is believed to be built during the Kamakura period, around 1190, making it one of the oldest in Akita Prefecture.

宗教
shinto
祭神
Kumagasa-oki-mimi no-kami
祀られている神
Kumagasa-oki-mimi no-kami
座標
39.7247853, 140.0902947

参拝のヒント

To fully appreciate the unique architecture, visit the shrine at sunset or during the cherry blossom season when the tower is beautifully illuminated.

文化的背景

Kumagasa-oki-mimi no-kami is believed to be a manifestation of the mountain's spirit, said to grant fertility and prosperity to farmers. The shrine is also famous for its association with the legend of the 'Seven-Faced Spirit,' which is said to appear on the mountain during times of famine or drought.

歴史

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