Iseyama Koutai-jingu, Shinto shrine in Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Japan.
Description
Iseyama Koutai-jingu is a Shinto shrine in Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Japan, designed according to the Shinmei-zukuri style. The main prayer hall holds up to 120 people during religious ceremonies and follows a clear, symmetrical construction.
History
Founded in 1870 when Japan opened to international trade, the shrine received official permission to house the Kami of Ise Jingu. The transfer of the deity Amaterasu-sume-Okami connected this location with the country's most important sanctuary.
Culture
Couples celebrate traditional ceremonies here in historical clothing while Gagaku court music plays in the background. The rituals follow centuries-old rules and connect modern pairs with the religious customs of their ancestors.
Practical
A ten-minute walk connects the shrine with Sakuragicho Station on the JR line or Hinodecho Station on the Keikyu line. The paths are clearly marked and pass through quiet streets that make the climb to the sanctuary easier.
Did you know?
The sanctuary maintains a close relationship with the railway industry and holds special ceremonies on Railway Day. These rites recognize the importance of transport for the development of the region and honor those who work in rail traffic.
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