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堤八幡宮

Japanese Name堤八幡宮
PrefectureFukuoka
ReligionShinto
Coordinates33.5467539, 130.3796494

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About this Shrine

Bettō-Ōdai Shrine is a Shinto temple dedicated to the god of prosperity, fortune, and maritime safety located in Fukuoka Prefecture. Built on the site where the Fukuoka River meets the sea, it has been an important pilgrimage site for fishermen and sailors since ancient times. The shrine's name, meaning 'River of Eight Bridges,' is said to refer to the eight bridges that span the Fukuoka River.

Cultural Significance

Bettō-Ōdai Shrine is often visited during the Bon Festival to honor the spirits of the dead who have passed over to the sea. The shrine's architecture is typical of Fukuoka's Higo-zuka style, with a wooden main hall and a sacred pond. Bettō-Ōdai Shrine has strong connections to the sea god, Ryujin.

Enshrined Deities

Inari Ryujin

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

To ensure safe passage at sea, visitors should tie a red string around their wrist and toss it into the shrine's waters, making a wish for good fortune on their journey.

History

The shrine was founded during the Nara period (794-794 CE) as a minor shrine, but its significance grew with time.

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