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第六天社

Kanagawa

Located in the Kanagawa Prefecture, the Daisanroku-teisha Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of longevity and prosperity. The shrine's name translates to 'Sixth Heaven Shrine' or 'Sixth Paradise', suggesting its connection to the spiritual realm.

Religion
shinto
Enshrined kami
Susanoo-no-Mikoto
Kami enshrined
Susanoo-no-Mikoto
Coordinates
35.4390987, 139.3946352

Visitor tip

To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit early in the morning to witness the rising sun casting its golden light upon the entrance gates.

Cultural notes

The shrine is associated with the deity Susanoo-no-Mikoto, a prominent kami of agriculture and fertility. According to legend, the god was said to have created the heavens and brought forth the first rice harvest. Visitors can experience the shrine's rich cultural heritage by attending its traditional festivals, such as the Obon Festival in August.

Historical note

The shrine was founded during the Edo period, specifically in 1633 by Tokugawa Ietsugu, a high-ranking official of the Tokugawa shogunate.

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