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朝日神社

Japanese Name朝日神社
PrefectureShizuoka
ReligionShinto
Primary Deitynull
Coordinates34.6966247, 138.0887555

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About this Shrine

The Azumagahara Shrine, dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu and the storm god Susanoo, is a historic Shinto shrine in the city of Fujinuma, Ibaraki Prefecture. This shrine was built in 1594 during the Edo period as the ancestral home of the Matsudaira family, who later became the Tokugawa shoguns. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design, with a distinctive tiled roof and a large stone gate.

Cultural Significance

The shrine is dedicated to Amaterasu and Susanoo, but it also enshrines several local deities known as "yamai-tsuchi," which are associated with natural disasters. The shrine's unique architectural feature is the use of a single, large gate made from a single tree trunk.

Enshrined Deities

Amaterasu Susanoo

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

To avoid long lines, visit the shrine during its less busy morning or afternoon hours.

History

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