秋葉山神社

Japanese Name秋葉山神社
PrefectureAkita
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityRyujin
Coordinates39.2942682, 140.4228689

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About this Shrine

Akibayama Shrine, located in Akita Prefecture, is dedicated to the Shinto deity of rice fields and fertility, Ryujin. Built in 1613 during the Edo period, the shrine is renowned for its vermilion torii gate and traditional Japanese architecture. The shrine's name, meaning 'Autumn Leaf Mountain,' refers to the changing colors of the leaves that cover the surrounding hillsides each autumn.

Cultural Significance

Ryujin is often depicted as a dragon or serpent in Shinto mythology and is associated with good fortune and prosperity. The shrine's Ryujin shrine hall features intricate carvings and paintings depicting the deity's mythical forms.

Enshrined Deities

Ryujin

Location

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