Indra Shrine in Aomori Prefecture is dedicated to the Shinto deity Susanoo, brother of Amaterasu, and the rice-goddess Kushinada-hime. The shrine was established in 720 AD during the Nara period, one of Japan's oldest shrines. Its unique architecture features a wooden torii gate, typical of Aomori Prefecture's traditional Shinto style.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Susanoo
- 祀られている神
- Susanoo, Kushinada-hime
- 座標
- 40.298626, 140.5622728
参拝のヒント
Visit during the annual Omusubi Festival to witness the ritual of presenting Omusubi, triangular-shaped rice balls, to Susanoo at the shrine.
文化的背景
Susanoo is revered as a protector of fishermen and farmers. The shrine's torii gate is believed to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck.
歴史
Founded in 720 AD during the Nara period