小讃岐神社 is a Shinto shrine located in Echizen, Fukui Prefecture, but the one in Shiga Prefecture was likely built to honor a kami enshrined by the Omi family of the former Omi Province. The shrine is known for its elegant architecture and beautiful gardens. The primary deity enshrined at this shrine is Akae no Kagami, a kami associated with the rice harvest and fertility.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
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- Kami enshrined
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- Coordinates
- 35.4541102, 135.7065486
Visitor tip
Visitors can try some of the local specialties such as Echizen miso and Hikone-yamagasa sake while strolling through the beautiful gardens.
Cultural notes
Akae no Kagami is also associated with protection, wisdom, and spiritual growth. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical connection to the Omi Province, which was once a major rice-producing region in Japan.
Historical note
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