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厳島神社

Japanese Name厳島神社
PrefectureEhime
ReligionShinto
Primary DeitySusanoo-no-Mikoto
Coordinates34.0974554, 132.9676003

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About this Shrine

厳島神社 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of the sea and storms, located on Mima Island in Ehime Prefecture. The shrine's primary enshrined deity is Susanoo-no-Mikoto, while it also enshrines other important kami such as Amaterasu-Ōmikami and Inazumanakatsuno-mikoto. The shrine's architecture reflects its coastal location, with a main hall designed to resemble a boat. The shrine is famous for its connection to the Japanese myth of Susanoo-no-Mikoto, who was said to have created the islands by striking the earth with his sword.

Cultural Significance

The shrine is also famous for its association with the Japanese mythological figure Susanoo-no-Mikoto, who was said to have created the islands and brought fertility to the land. The shrine's design and architecture reflect this connection to the sea and storms.

Enshrined Deities

Susanoo-no-Mikoto Amaterasu-Ōmikami Inazumanakatsuno-mikoto

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

Visitors can witness the sacred procession of Susanoo's sake cup and Inazumanakatsuno-mikoto's sake cup from the main hall, which is performed on New Year's Day (Oshogatsu).

History

The shrine was built in 1590 during the Sengoku period.

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