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鹿追神社

Japanese Name鹿追神社
PrefectureHokkaido
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityUsagi-yu-hime
Coordinates43.0992416, 142.9839547

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About this Shrine

Located in the heart of Hokkaido, 鹿追神社 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami known as Usagi-yu-hime, the 'Fox Goddess' or 'Vixen'. According to local legend, the shrine was founded by a samurai who was accompanied by a fox spirit that brought him good luck in battle. The shrine's architecture reflects its rural Hokkaido setting, with a simple yet elegant design featuring traditional materials such as wood and stone. Visitors can experience the tranquility of the shrine during cherry blossom season, when the surrounding forests are filled with vibrant pink blooms.

Cultural Significance

As a Shinto shrine located in rural Hokkaido, 鹿追神社 embodies the traditional Japanese values of respect for nature and the spirits that inhabit it. The shrine's connection to the fox spirit, a common motif in Japanese mythology, highlights the importance of these animals as messengers between humans and the divine.

Enshrined Deities

Fox Goddess Vixen

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

For a unique perspective on the shrine, visitors can hike to the nearby Seshogahara Waterfall, which is said to be the fox goddess's sacred spring.

History

The shrine was rebuilt in 1896 after being destroyed by a flood in 1885.

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