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五所駒瀧神社

Japanese Name五所駒瀧神社
PrefectureIbaraki
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityInari
Coordinates36.2679015, 140.1136486

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About this Shrine

Located in the scenic town of Hitachi Oda, Ibaraki Prefecture's Five-Post Horsewater Shrine (Gosokamisaki Hoshinesha) is a tranquil Shinto sanctuary dedicated to the kami Inari. Founded during the Nara period, this shrine honors the divine spirit believed to inhabit the horse water source, essential for local agriculture. The shrine's architecture reflects its Heian-era origins, with a vermilion torii gate and traditional hippon-style main hall.

Cultural Significance

As a site associated with Inari, the shrine observes the annual Inari Matsuri festival in July, where devotees carry ornate rice buns and lanterns to honor the kami. The shrine's architecture also features a unique hippon-style main hall, which is rare among Shinto shrines.

Enshrined Deities

Inari

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

To experience the serene atmosphere of the shrine, visit at sunrise or sunset when the light illuminates the torii gate.

History

Founded during the Nara period (710-794 CE),

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