藏王神社 蔵王権現社

Zaou Shrine

Japanese Name藏王神社 蔵王権現社
English NameZaou Shrine
Prefecture和歌山
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityZaou Gongen
TypeZaou Gongen Shrine
Coordinates34.0963819, 135.4177669

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About this Shrine

A shrine dedicated to Zaou Gongen, the fierce protective deity of mountains and ascetic practices in Japanese Buddhism and Shinto syncretism. This deity is particularly revered by yamabushi mountain ascetics and practitioners of Shugendo.

Cultural Significance

Zaou Gongen represents the unique Japanese synthesis of Shinto and Buddhist beliefs, embodying both the protective power of mountain kami and the wrathful compassion of Buddhist guardian deities.

Enshrined Deities

Zaou Gongen

Location

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