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常盤稲荷大明神

Japanese Name常盤稲荷大明神
PrefectureKanagawa
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityInari
Coordinates35.4676692, 139.5912698

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About this Shrine

The Kannondai Shrine, located in Kanagawa Prefecture, is a prominent Shinto shrine dedicated to Inari Okami, the kami of rice and fertility. The shrine's main hall, the Honden, features a distinctive tiled roof with 30 layers, symbolizing the 30 layers of rice that are believed to be stored within the shrine. Visitors can explore the various shrines and buildings within the complex, including the Shinden-zukuri-style main shrine, the Hachiman Shrine, and the Kiyokawa-mizuji Shrine, dedicated to Kiyomasa Kiyokawa, a former daimyo who played a significant role in the construction of the shrine.

Cultural Significance

The Kannondai Shrine is also famous for its unique festival tradition, called 'Mori no Hi' or Forest Fire Festival, which takes place in late November. During this festival, local residents and visitors participate in a ritual to purify the forest by mimicking the fire of a burning forest with lanterns.

Enshrined Deities

Inari Kiyokawa-mizuji (Kiyomasa Kiyokawa) Hachiman

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

To fully experience the tranquility of the shrine, visit during the autumn foliage season (mid-November to mid-December), when the surrounding trees are ablaze with vibrant colors.

History

The Kannondai Shrine was founded in 1633 during the Edo period, when it was established as a shrine for the local lord, Kiyokawa Tadatane. The shrine has since been rebuilt and expanded several times, with the current main hall dating back to 1874.

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