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疫神社

Japanese Name疫神社
PrefectureOkayama
ReligionShinto
Primary DeitySusano-wo
Coordinates34.5599234, 133.6510307

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About this Shrine

Located in the Okayama Prefecture, Fuki Shinto Shrine is dedicated to the kami of smallpox and disease prevention. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as a site where patients suffering from smallpox would come to pray for recovery. Visitors can experience the traditional Japanese atmosphere by walking through the tranquil gardens and viewing the shrine's intricately carved wooden structures.

Cultural Significance

As a symbol of protection against disease, Fuki Shrine's wooden lanterns are said to ward off evil spirits. In Shinto mythology, the shrine is also connected to the legend of the great god Susanoo-no-Mikoto, who is often depicted as a powerful deity capable of purifying contaminated areas.

Enshrined Deities

Susano-wo

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

Visit the shrine during its annual Fuku-Matsuri festival (late September), where locals celebrate the prevention of disease with traditional performances and offerings to the kami.

History

Established in 1868, Fuki Shrine was built to commemorate the end of the smallpox epidemic that had ravaged Okayama.

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