Futami Okitama Shrine Explained

The 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]

Characteristics

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

• Japanese mythology
• Kuniumi

External links

34.509°N 136.7878°W

Notes and References

1. Web site: Futami Okitama Shrine . 28 September 2021 . japancheapo.com . en.
2. Web site: Futami Okitama Jinja（Wedded Rocks) . 28 September 2021 . Organización de Convenciones de Turismo de Ise Shima . en.
3. Web site: La opinión de Petit Futé sobre SANCTUAIRE FUTAMI OKITAMA (MEOTO-IWA) . 28 September 2021.
4. Web site: Futami Okitama Shrine . 28 September 2021 . Live Japan . en.
5. Web site: Futami-okitama Shrine . 28 September 2021 . en.
6. Web site: Futami Okitama Shrine . 28 September 2021 . en.
7. Web site: Meotoiwa (The Wedded Rocks) . 28 September 2021 . en.
8. Web site: Meoto Iwa (Wedded Rocks) . 28 September 2021 . japan-guide.com . en.
9. Web site: Futami Okitama-jinja Shrine (二見興玉神社) . 28 September 2021 . en.