桂川神社

Japanese Name桂川神社
PrefectureSaitama
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityOkuninushi
Coordinates35.8137227, 139.3210805

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About this Shrine

Gūkawa Jinja, located in the town of Miyoshi, Saitama Prefecture, is a historic Shinto shrine dedicated to Okuninushi, the kami of agriculture and fertility. The shrine's name, Gūkawa, translates to 'willow river,' likely referring to the nearby Gōkawa River. Founded during the Nara period (710-794 CE), this ancient shrine has been a significant cultural and spiritual hub in the region.

Cultural Significance

In Shinto mythology, Okuninushi is revered as a benevolent kami who brings prosperity and fertility to the land. The shrine's traditional architecture features a rectangular torii gate and a large honden, representing the harmony between nature and human life.

Enshrined Deities

Okuninushi

Location

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