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Ryu Shrine

龍神社

Ryu Jinja

Gifu

A Shinto shrine dedicated to dragon deities, reflecting the important role of dragon worship in Japanese folk religion and water-related spiritual practices.

Denomination
Dragon deity worship
Religion
shinto
Enshrined kami
Dragon deity (Ryujin)
Kami enshrined
Ryujin
Coordinates
35.1105241, 136.8719461

Visitor tip

Look for dragon motifs in the shrine's decorative elements and architecture.

Cultural notes

Dragon deities in Japanese Shinto are often associated with water, rainfall, and agricultural prosperity. Ryujin, the dragon king, is a prominent figure in Japanese mythology governing seas and water sources.

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