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熊野神社

Japanese Name熊野神社
PrefectureFukuoka
ReligionShinto
Primary DeitySusanoo no Mikoto
Coordinates33.6468388, 130.6935903

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About this Shrine

Located in Fukuoka Prefecture,熊野神社 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of the forest and mountains. The shrine's architecture reflects its connection to nature, with a serene garden and a torii gate surrounded by lush greenery. The shrine complex dates back to the Heian period (794-1185 CE) and has undergone numerous renovations throughout its history.

Cultural Significance

熊野神社 is associated with the Shinto deity Susanoo no Mikoto, who is said to have created the forest and mountains. The shrine also hosts an annual spring festival, where participants dress in traditional costumes and perform rituals to purify themselves and welcome the arrival of spring.

Enshrined Deities

Susanoo no Mikoto Taka-no-kawachikuni no tsukiyomi no kimi

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

Take a stroll through the shrine's serene garden, especially at dawn or dusk when the sunlight filters through the trees, casting dappled shadows on the ground.

History

The shrine was rebuilt in 1333 during the Nanboku-chō period, which saw significant upheaval and reconstruction in Japan's imperial capital, Kamakura.

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