白幡神社

Japanese Name白幡神社
PrefectureIbaraki
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityŌkuninushi
Coordinates35.8661922, 140.4843314

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About this Shrine

White Hound Shrine, located in the city of Ibaraki, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Ōkuninushi, a kami associated with the moon and fertility. The shrine's white hound motif may symbolize purity and loyalty. The shrine's architectural style reflects traditional Japanese design, with a large torii gate and a hall dedicated to the main deity. Visitors can explore the shrine's grounds, which include several smaller shrines and a pond.

Cultural Significance

Ōkuninushi is often associated with hunting and the wilderness. In Shinto mythology, he is said to have created humans from woodchoppers' sweat. The shrine's proximity to the sea may also be linked to the myth of Ōkuninushi's creation.

Enshrined Deities

Ōkuninushi Other kami associated with the shrine

Location

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