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御厨神社

Mikuriya Shrine

Japanese Name御厨神社
English NameMikuriya Shrine
ReligionShinto
Coordinates34.5809517, 136.5309982

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About this Shrine

Mikuriya Shrine is a Shinto shrine whose name derives from 'mikuriya,' meaning imperial kitchen or sacred cooking place, indicating its historical connection to preparing offerings for deities or the imperial court.

Cultural Significance

The term 'mikuriya' historically referred to estates that provided food offerings to shrines or the imperial household, reflecting the important relationship between agriculture, food preparation, and Shinto ritual practice in Japanese culture.

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