Sumiyoshi Jinja, located in Chiba Prefecture, is one of Japan's oldest and most revered Shinto shrines. Dedicated to the sea-god Susanoo, it is situated on a small island off the coast of Tokyo Bay, reflecting its importance as a protector of navigation and maritime trade. The shrine complex includes a main hall dedicated to Susanoo, as well as several smaller shrines for other deities associated with the sea.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Susanoo
- 祀られている神
- Susanoo, Mikoto, Okami, Ama-no-hoko
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Visit Sumiyoshi Jinja at low tide to explore the island and see the shrine's unique architecture up close.
文化的背景
As a Shinto shrine associated with Susanoo, Sumiyoshi Jinja is also connected to the mythology of the sea and the origins of Japan's maritime culture. The shrine is an important site for festivals celebrating the New Year (Oshogatsu) and the Star Festival (Tanabata).
歴史
The shrine was founded in 645 CE during the Asuka period, making it one of Japan's oldest shrines still standing today.