須佐之男神社

Susanoo Shrine

Japanese Name須佐之男神社
English NameSusanoo Shrine
PrefectureGifu
ReligionShinto
Primary DeitySusanoo-no-Mikoto
TypeSusanoo Shrine
Coordinates35.1393043, 136.8963158

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About this Shrine

A Shinto shrine in Gifu Prefecture dedicated to Susanoo-no-Mikoto, the powerful storm deity and brother of Amaterasu in Japanese mythology. The shrine serves as a place of worship for the local community and maintains the traditional architectural and ritual elements characteristic of Susanoo worship.

Cultural Significance

Susanoo-no-Mikoto is known in Japanese mythology as the tempestuous brother of the sun goddess Amaterasu, famous for his role in slaying the eight-headed serpent Yamata-no-Orochi and discovering the sacred sword Kusanagi within its tail.

Enshrined Deities

Susanoo-no-Mikoto

Location

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