Akagi Shrine, kuil Shinto di Jepang
Akagi Shrine is a Shinto shrine built in nagare-zukuri style, a traditional design with a gently sloping roof that extends beyond the walls. The structure sits on top of a small hill and features thick wooden pillars and simple wooden construction surrounded by trees.
According to legend, the area was shaped by a volcanic eruption in a nearby region that caused a landslide reaching to where the shrine now stands. During the Edo period, the shrine received the highest rank among shrines and was deeply respected in the region.
The shrine serves as a gathering place for the community, particularly during October when residents come together to weave the large shimenawa rope. This annual rope-making ceremony is recognized as part of local culture and shows how people keep their traditions alive through shared work.
The shrine is a short nine-minute walk from Nagareyama Station and easily accessible for visitors from nearby towns. The grounds include a wheelchair ramp and a handicap toilet, and service dogs are also welcome.
The shrine displays an unusually thick shimenawa rope that measures over 20 feet long and weighs around 1100 pounds. This massive rope is rewoven by the community each October and serves as a protective symbol against evil spirits.
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