熊野神社

Japanese Name熊野神社
PrefectureIbaraki
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityKumano no Okami
Coordinates36.3175412, 140.4778458

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About this Shrine

Nikko's famous Toshogu Shrine's sister shrine in Ibaraki Prefecture, Kinugawa Onsen town, is Kumano no Okappi Shrine dedicated to the Kumano trinity of gods. Unlike the more famous shrine in Nikko, Kumano no Okappi Shrine honors a specific deity from each of the three main Kumano shrines. The shrine's architecture and decorations reflect its historical origins as a Shinto shrine built during the Heian period, but many modern additions date back to the Edo period.

Cultural Significance

Kumano no Okappi Shrine is associated with the legend of the three main Kumano deities, including Kumano no Okami (the bear), Sukunabikona (the hearth god), and Kotoshino Mikoto (the heavenly god). The shrine's architecture features a unique blend of Shinto and Buddhist influences.

Enshrined Deities

Kumano no Okami Sukunabikona Kotoshino Mikoto

Location

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