The Futami Okitama shrine (二見興玉神社, Futami Okitama-jinja) is a Shinto shrine in the town of Futami-ura, part of the city of Ise, in Mie Prefecture, Japan.[1] It is known for its proximity to the Meoto Iwa rocks, which serve as torii gates for believers offering prayers to the sun.[2]
| Santuario Futami Okitama | |
|---|---|
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| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Shinto |
| Location | |
| Municipality | Ise |
| Country |  Japan |
 Glossary of Shinto | |
Characteristics
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The shrine is dedicated to the Shinto deity Sarutahiko Ōkami and worships the Meoto Iwa rocks, which represent the gods Izanagi and Izanami. Because of its proximity, 700 m from the coast, it is common for couples to go to the shrine to pray for their marriage.[3] The temple is a typical purification stop before visiting the Ise Grand Shrine,[4] through the ceremony of harae,[5] pilgrims used to bathe in the waters of Futami and then go to the neighboring shrine..[6]
The grounds of the enclosure are decorated with numerous statues of frogs.;[7] According to the beliefs, these attract people and objects back.[8] The faithful whose prayers were fulfilled donate the figures of amphibians.[9]
See also
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edit- ^ "Futami Okitama Shrine". japancheapo.com. Retrieved 28 September 2021.
- ^ "Futami Okitama Jinja（Wedded Rocks)". Organización de Convenciones de Turismo de Ise Shima. Retrieved 28 September 2021.
- ^ "La opinión de Petit Futé sobre SANCTUAIRE FUTAMI OKITAMA (MEOTO-IWA)". Retrieved 28 September 2021.
- ^ "Futami Okitama Shrine". Live Japan. Retrieved 28 September 2021.
- ^ "Futami-okitama Shrine". Retrieved 28 September 2021.
- ^ "Futami Okitama Shrine". Retrieved 28 September 2021.
- ^ "Meotoiwa (The Wedded Rocks)". Retrieved 28 September 2021.
- ^ "Meoto Iwa (Wedded Rocks)". japan-guide.com. Retrieved 28 September 2021.
- ^ "Futami Okitama-jinja Shrine (二見興玉神社)". Retrieved 28 September 2021.
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