Located in the scenic city of Sapporo, Hokkaido's Residence of Warmth Shrine is dedicated to the Shinto deity Susanoo, as well as Tsukuyomi and the Sun Goddess Amaterasu. This unique shrine complex dates back to the Heian period, featuring a distinctive octagonal tower known as the 'Shinobazu-ku', which is believed to be built from wood that was once part of the legendary 'Fusen' tree. The shrine's architecture showcases a mix of Heian and Kamakura styles, with intricately carved wooden decorations and a large torii gate.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Susanoo
- 祀られている神
- Amaterasu, Tsukuyomi, Susanoo
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To experience the full harmony of nature at this shrine, visit Shinobazu-ku at dawn or dusk when the surrounding lake is bathed in soft, golden light.
文化的背景
As a Shinto deity, Susanoo is often associated with storms and the sea. In traditional Japanese folklore, he was said to have created the islands of Japan by slapping his wooden fish with his magical club, creating land from the ocean's surface. The shrine's unique octagonal tower is thought to symbolize this mythological creation story.
歴史
The shrine was rebuilt in 1665 by the Tokugawa shogunate following its destruction during the Genroku era.