Located in the heart of Setagaya Ward, Tokyo, Eighteen-Footed God Shrine is a lesser-known Shinto shrine dedicated to the deity Susanoo-no-Mikoto. The shrine's name 'Hachi-Ta' translates to 'Eighteen-Footed,' referring to an eighteenth-century wooden statue that stood at the entrance of the shrine grounds. Although the original statue has been lost, its legacy lives on in the shrine's architecture and traditions.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Susanoo-no-Mikoto
- 祀られている神
- Susanoo-no-Mikoto
- 座標
- 35.5661552, 139.6323465
参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's tranquil atmosphere, consider visiting during the autumn foliage season when the surrounding trees turn vibrant shades of orange and red.
文化的背景
Susanoo-no-Mikoto is a prominent kami associated with storms, fertility, and the creation of rice. The shrine hosts an annual festival in May to honor the deity, featuring traditional dances and offerings.
歴史
The shrine was rebuilt after the Great Tokyo Earthquake of 1923.