備前八幡宮

Japanese Name備前八幡宮
PrefectureOkayama
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityKusunoki no kami
Coordinates34.6866491, 133.9495080

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About this Shrine

Beppu Kusunoki Taisha, a Shinto shrine in Okayama Prefecture dedicated to the god of war and prosperity, is one of Japan's oldest shrines. Founded in the Nara period (710-794 CE), it enshrines the legendary general Kusunoki Masahiro. The shrine complex features a unique architectural style blending elements from various historical periods, including the Horyu-ji period. Visitors can explore the five-story pagoda, which dates back to the Heian period (794-1185 CE).

Cultural Significance

Beppu Kusunoki Taisha is associated with the legend of Prince Kusunoki, who died defending his wife from an enemy lord. The shrine's five-story pagoda is said to have been built using cedar wood taken from Mount Kurama, a sacred site in Japan.

Enshrined Deities

Kusunoki no kami

Location

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