菱沼八幡神社

Japanese Name菱沼八幡神社
PrefectureYamagata
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityTsukiyomi-no-Kami
Coordinates38.7794144, 139.8652237

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About this Shrine

菱沼八幡神社 is a Shinto shrine located in Yamagata Prefecture, dedicated to the god of agriculture and fertility, Susanoo-no-Mikoto's brother, and protector of the village, Tsukiyomi-no-Kami. The shrine's architecture is typical of a traditional Japanese shrine, with a rectangular main hall and a vermilion torii gate. Its history dates back to 1626 when it was established by a local farmer as a family shrine.

Cultural Significance

This shrine is one of the many Shinto shrines dedicated to Tsukiyomi-no-Kami, who is also revered in Japanese mythology for his role as the god of the moon. The shrine's name, 菱沼八幡神社, reflects its connection to the local landscape and agricultural traditions.

Enshrined Deities

Susanoo-no-Mikoto Tsukiyomi-no-Kami

Location

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