Cicada Weaving Shrine, located in Kyoto Prefecture, is dedicated to the kami of weaving and music. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period, with a traditional Japanese-style roof and wooden posts. Visitors can admire the shrine's beautiful garden and hear the sounds of cicadas on site.
- 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 fully appreciate the shrine's atmosphere, listen carefully to the sounds of cicadas and other birds at dawn or dusk when the weather is calm.
文化的背景
According to local legend, the cicadas' annual migration was believed to be a sign from the kami. The cicada weavings are said to have been created by the shrine's patron deity, who bestowed his blessings on the community.
歴史
The shrine was built during the Edo period, specifically in 1687, as a result of a cicada infestation that damaged crops in the surrounding area.