日吉神社

Japanese Name日吉神社
PrefectureShiga
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityInari Okami, Kamado-no-Kami
Coordinates35.0175360, 136.2358346

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About this Shrine

Dayotsu-jinja Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Dayotsu, Shiga Prefecture. The shrine is dedicated to Inari Okami and Kamado-no-Kami, two deities revered for their connection to agriculture and fertility. The shrine's architecture is characteristic of traditional Japanese design, with a wooden torii gate and a large stone foundation. The shrine's grounds also feature several shrines and altars dedicated to the kami associated with the town's natural environment.

Cultural Significance

Dayotsu-jinja Shrine is known for its autumnal festival, where visitors can participate in traditional dances and games, as well as its spring festival, which features a ritual to purify the shrine grounds. The shrine's proximity to Lake Biwa makes it an important site for the worship of Kamado-no-Kami.

Enshrined Deities

Inari Kamado-no-Kami

Location

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