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塩竈神社

Japanese Name塩竈神社
PrefectureIbaraki
ReligionShinto
Primary DeitySalt Kami
Coordinates36.3884250, 140.1251024

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About this Shrine

The Salt Kettle Shrine is a small Shinto shrine located in the city of Ichihara, Ibaraki Prefecture. Dedicated to the kami of salt production and trade, it is believed to have been established during the Edo period. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design, with a tiled roof and a wooden torii gate. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which include a small salt warehouse and a historic production area where salt was once harvested by hand.

Cultural Significance

In Japanese mythology, the Salt Kettle Shrine is associated with the kami of salt production, who are said to bring good fortune and prosperity to those involved in the trade. During the New Year (Oshogatsu) festival, visitors often bring salt cakes as offerings to the shrine's kami.

Enshrined Deities

Kanayama-no-Kami Iroha- no-O-tachihaya

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

Visit the Salt Kettle Shrine at dawn or dusk to catch the soft morning or evening light illuminating the shrine grounds and the historic salt warehouse.

History

The Salt Kettle Shrine is believed to have been established during the Edo period, around 1603.

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