Exploring the Wonders of Izumo Taisha＜2/2＞

I have posted the second installment of the feature on Izumo Taisha Shrine, which is closely related to the "Kojiki" (Records of Ancient Matters).
※Here's the first installment.

4.Remember the principle of two bows, four claps, and one bow!

When visiting shrines in Japan, it is common to perform a ritual of two bows, two claps, and one bow. 

However, did you know that at Izumo Taisha Shrine, the ritual consists of two bows, four claps, and one bow?

The reason for this difference is said to be that the four claps represent the four seasons and are offered in prayer for a bountiful harvest and prosperity. Another theory suggests that the four claps show respect to the deities that guard the four cardinal directions (north, south, east, and west).

Another famous shrine that follows the ritual of two bows, four claps, and one bow is "Usa Jingu" located in Ooita prefecture.

5.You can also approach the Main Hall from the west side.

The main hall of Izumo Taisha Shrine enshrines "Ookuninushi-no-Mikoto," one of the most famous playboys in Japanese mythology. Interestingly, while the main hall faces south, the deity's object of worship faces west. As a result, it is customary to visit the shrine from the west side, where the deity is facing.

It is said that the reason why the deity faces west is to welcome the Eight Million Gods ("八百万神/Yaoyorozu no Kami"), the countless gods who are believed to arrive from Inasa Beach, located about 1 kilometer west of Izumo Taisha Shrine, in the month of October according to the lunar calendar.

Please also click on 'View on Google Maps(Googleマップで見る)' in the image and check the location on the map! 

You can also confirm the relevant location on the map.
And, when you click and drag on the above Google Street View image, you can view various 360-degree panoramic images.

6.Discover the hidden power spot of Soga no Yashiro("素鵞社").

The Soga no Yashiro("素鵞社")," located at the back of the main hall, is said to be a hidden power spot of Izumo Taisha Shrine.

The deity enshrined at the Soga no Yashiro is "Susanoo-no-Mikoto." 

It is customary to offer the sand collected from Inasa Beach under the floorboard and receive the sacred sand as a blessing to take home.

In addition, don't forget to touch the "Iwakura" stone at Mt. Yakumo, located behind Soga no Yashiro, to receive its power.

Please also click on 'View on Google Maps(Googleマップで見る)' in the image and check the location on the map! 

You can also confirm the relevant location on the map.
And, when you click and drag on the above Google Street View image, you can view various 360-degree panoramic images.

Here's the "Iwakura" stone at Mt. Yakumo.

7.Don't be fooled by the shimenawa("しめ縄") of the hall of Worship("拝殿")!

When it comes to Izumo Taisha, many people may think of the "Ooshimenawa," which boasts the largest size in Japan. The "Ooshimenawa" measures 13.6 meters in length and weighs 5.2 tons, making it truly impressive!

However, please note that the "shimenawa" is also displayed in the the hall of Worship("拝殿"), which is located near the main hall. To see the "Oshimenawa," which boasts the largest size in Japan, let's go to the "Kaguraden(神楽殿)".

Please also click on 'View on Google Maps(Googleマップで見る)' in the image and check the location on the map! 

You can also confirm the relevant location on the map.
And, when you click and drag on the above Google Street View image, you can view various 360-degree panoramic images.

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