熊野神社

Kumano Shrine

Japanese Name熊野神社
English NameKumano Shrine
PrefectureChiba
ReligionShinto
Primary DeitySusanoo-no-mikoto
Coordinates35.3090504, 139.9063894

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About this Shrine

Located in Chiba Prefecture, Kumano Shrine is one of Japan's most famous Shinto shrines dedicated to the gods of rice and fertility. The shrine complex spans over 20 acres and features a unique architectural style that blends traditional Japanese buildings with modern facilities. The shrine's history dates back to the Heian period (794-1185 CE), making it an important cultural and historical landmark in Japan.

Cultural Significance

Kumano Shrine is closely associated with the Kumano region, which is sacred to the Shinto god Susanoo-no-mikoto. The shrine complex features several unique architectural features, including the famous 'Kuma no Yu' (Bear's Bath) hot spring and the 'Sanjusangendo', a hall dedicated to the 1,001 forms of the goddess Benzaiten.

Enshrined Deities

Susanoo-no-mikoto Amaterasu Tsukuyomi Ukanon Yamato-no-Kami

Location

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