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木和田神社

Japanese Name木和田神社
PrefectureShiga
City彦根市八坂町
ReligionShinto
Primary DeitySusanoo-no-Mikoto
Coordinates35.2624679, 136.2189234

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About this Shrine

The Kami-anda Shrine in Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the gods of rice and agriculture. Built in 1558, it is famous for its beautiful architecture and stunning natural surroundings. The shrine complex includes several wooden buildings, including the haiden (main hall) and the hinin-den (hall for ancestral spirits). Visitors can walk through the beautifully landscaped gardens and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.

Cultural Significance

The shrine is associated with the mythological god Susanoo-no-Mikoto, who is said to have created the rice fields in the region. The shrine also hosts a annual autumn festival, Otsuya Matsuri, which celebrates the harvest season and features traditional dances and food stalls.

Enshrined Deities

Susanoo-no-Mikoto

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

To fully experience the serenity of Kami-anda Shrine, visit at dawn or dusk when the golden light illuminates the surrounding mountains.

History

Founded in 1558 during the Sengoku period, the shrine was rebuilt and expanded by Lord Tokugawa Ieyasu in 1625.

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