伊弉諾神宮
740 Taga, Awaji, Hyogo Prefecture
The Ichinomiya of Awaji Province, known as "Ikkusan" or "Izanagisan." It is said to have been established when Izanagi no Mikoto, after creating the land, chose this place as his final residence.
Along the approach lined with lanterns stands a stone Shinto torii gate. The first torii gate collapsed during the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake in 1995 and was rebuilt in November of the same year.
Beyond the approach lies the Sacred Pond of Hosen. It is believed that a moat surrounded the mausoleum at the site of Izanagi's final residence, and this pond is a remnant of it. It is home to koi fish and turtles.
The Omote Shinmon (Front Gate) standing at the end of the approach is a gabled four-legged gate. The roof is thatched, and the current gate was constructed in 1883, replacing a previous Zuishinmon gate.
Beyond the Omote Shinmon lies the main shrine grounds, where the Heiden (worship hall) stands. This building also serves as a stage for dance performances.
The building has a simple design, with a gabled roof, five spans in length and two in width, without any significant carvings or decorations.
The main hall is built on top of a sacred mound behind the Heiden. In 1876, a foundation was constructed over the sacred mound, and the current three-span main hall was built on top.
The hall has a nagare-zukuri (flowing) style roof, which is rare for a jingu (shrine), and is connected to the Heiden in front.
The main hall is enclosed by two layers of fences: a see-through fence and a railing.
Except for the decorative finials on the ends of the four beams, the structure is simple, with black coloring creating a calm and dignified appearance.
Location | 740 Taga, Awaji, Hyogo Prefecture |
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Website | http://izanagi-jingu.jp/izanagi/ |
Deities | Izanagi no Mikoto, Izanami no Mikoto |
Main Hall | Three spans by two spans, nagare-zukuri, copper roof |
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