Ryūgū-ji Shrine, located in the heart of Gunma Prefecture, is dedicated to the Shinto deities Ryūgū and Ōkami. The shrine's name, 瑳珂比神社, translates to 'Ryūgū Shrine,' paying homage to its primary enshrined deity. Founded during the Nara period (710-794 CE), Ryūgū-ji is one of Japan's oldest shrines.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Ryūgū
- 祀られている神
- Ryūgū, Ōkami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Visit the shrine during cherry blossom season (March-April) to witness the stunning display of sakura trees in bloom.
文化的背景
Ryūgū-ji is famous for its beautiful architecture, featuring a traditional Japanese garden and a distinctive tiled roof. The shrine's mythology connections include Ryūgū, a dragon deity often depicted as a serpent or dragon, and Ōkami, a wolf deity associated with loyalty and protection.
歴史
Founded during the Nara period