Located in Hyogo Prefecture, mountain shrines like Yamaginsha often honor kami associated with natural elements such as mountains and forests. This shrine may be dedicated to the Shisa-tsu-kami, a group of deities believed to protect homes from evil spirits.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
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- Kami enshrined
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- Coordinates
- 35.6086698, 134.847354
Visitor tip
To avoid disturbing the shrine's tranquil atmosphere, visitors should refrain from loud noises or using flash photography during peak hours.
Cultural notes
This mountain shrine may have ties to the legend of the Shisa-tsu-kami, believed to appear as a large dog in times of prosperity. The shrine may also be associated with the mountain deity, Yamato no Okami, patron deity of Hyogo Prefecture.
Historical note
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