荒神社

Arakojin Shrine

Japanese Name荒神社
English NameArakojin Shrine
PrefectureHiroshima
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityArakojin (Wild Fire Deity)
TypeKojin Shrine
Coordinates34.1987859, 132.4387614

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About this Shrine

A shrine dedicated to Arakojin, a fierce protective deity associated with fire, hearth, and kitchen. Kojin shrines are commonly found throughout Japan, serving local communities as guardians against fire disasters and providers of household protection.

Cultural Significance

Arakojin is often depicted as a multi-armed fierce deity borrowed from Buddhist tradition but integrated into Shinto practice. The deity serves as both protector and potential destroyer, embodying the dual nature of fire as essential for life yet dangerous when uncontrolled.

Enshrined Deities

Arakojin

Location

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