高御位神社

Japanese Name高御位神社
PrefectureHyogo
City加古川市 (Kakogawa)
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityTamatsumi
Typeshinto Shrine
Coordinates34.8131523, 134.7931463

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About this Shrine

Highly revered as the ancestral temple of the Imperial Family, High Altitude God Shrine in Kakogawa is dedicated to the kami of imperial authority and power. The shrine's architecture reflects a blend of Heian and Kamakura styles, with a distinctive five-story pagoda and wooden torii gate. Visitors can explore the shrine's historic grounds, which include a serene pond and walking paths.

Cultural Significance

High Altitude God Shrine is connected to the mythology of the Sun Goddess Amaterasu and her son, the Storm God Susanoo. According to legend, the shrine was built as a sacred site for imperial ceremonies and rituals.

Enshrined Deities

Tamatsumi God of Imperial Authority

Location

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