鏡作神社

Japanese Name鏡作神社
PrefectureNara
ReligionShinto
Coordinates34.5725934, 135.7877596

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This ancient shrine is dedicated to Ishikori-dome-no-mikoto, the legendary deity who forged the sacred mirror used to lure the sun goddess Amaterasu from her cave, making it a powerful site for craftsmen and artisans seeking divine blessing for their work. The shrine holds deep significance in Shinto mythology as one of the places connected to the creation of the Three Sacred Treasures of Japan, particularly the sacred mirror (Yata-no-Kagami). Visitors come here to pray for excellence in craftsmanship, success in creative endeavors, and to honor the ancient traditions of metalworking and mirror-making that have been practiced in this region for over a millennium.

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