Fujikiri-jinja, Shinto shrine in Japan
Fujikiri-jinja is a small Shinto shrine in the city of Higashiōmi, situated among trees and simple structures. The main building is an old wooden structure with a traditional roof in sanmen-zukuri style, and the shrine is dedicated to the goddess Tashinagu-hime and two other deities.
The shrine was founded in 781 and served as a place where people came to pray for safety and good fortune. The Sasaiki family helped maintain the site over generations and supported the shrine's development through their care and festivals.
The name Fujikiri-jinja reflects local language traditions and shows how the community has called this place for many generations. Visitors can observe how people treat the grounds with care and respect, and notice its role in the daily rhythm of the neighborhood.
The shrine sits in a quiet residential area and is easy to reach on foot, located just a short walk from nearby roads. Visitors can stop by anytime, though special events and festivals bring more activity to the grounds.
The shrine holds a special fire prevention festival every January 8, featuring ritual fire ceremonies and offerings passed down through generations. The grounds also contain smaller shrines like Kasuga Jinja, maintained by the local community.
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