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田手神社

Japanese Name田手神社
PrefectureFukuoka
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityOkuninushi
Coordinates33.3189809, 130.3875460

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About this Shrine

Tadanou Shrine, located in the heart of Fukuoka City, is a historic Shinto shrine dedicated to the sea god, Okuninushi. The shrine's architecture reflects its Heian-period origins, with a distinctive rectangular prayer hall and a serene garden. Visitors can experience traditional Japanese culture by attending the annual New Year's festival, where rituals are performed to purify the soul and ensure good luck for the coming year.

Cultural Significance

As a coastal shrine, Tadanou Shrine is connected to the mythology of Okuninushi, who is said to have descended onto land to find his mother. The shrine also hosts an annual festival in May to honor the god of fishing and the sea.

Enshrined Deities

Okuninushi

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

To fully appreciate the shrine's garden, visit at dawn or dusk when the mist is rising from the nearby Dango River.

History

Founded in 757 AD during the Nara period.

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