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鹿島神社 本社

Japanese Name鹿島神社 本社
PrefectureEhime
ReligionShinto
Primary DeitySusanoo-no-Mikoto
Coordinates33.9734949, 132.7660383

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About this Shrine

Located in the town of Iya, Ehime Prefecture, Katsura Shrine is dedicated to the Shinto god Susanoo-no-Mikoto, also known as the Storm God. As one of Japan's oldest shrines, it is said to have been built in the Heian period (794-1185 CE). The shrine complex features a beautiful garden and traditional architecture, including a five-story pagoda and several roofs topped with shachihoko tiles.

Cultural Significance

In Ehime Prefecture, Susanoo-no-Mikoto is also revered as a kami for hunting and fishing. The shrine's name, 鹿島神社 (Katsura Shrine), translates to 'deer island shrine' or 'island of deer', which may refer to the region's abundant deer population.

Enshrined Deities

Susanoo-no-Mikoto

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

To fully appreciate the beauty of Katsura Shrine's garden, visit at dawn or dusk when the sunlight filters through the trees and highlights the intricate stone pathways.

History

The shrine was rebuilt in its current form during the Edo period (1603-1867 CE).

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