‘NATURE AND RELIGION’
This shrine is FUTARASAN SHRINE, the object of worship is Mt.SHIRANE behind, the active volcano.
In SHINTOISM ( Japanese indigenous religion) the object of worship is sometimes big rock , mountain, waterfall, ocean, river , big tree .
These are thought as the border between sacred world and our world . And God descend these places .
So we Japanese try to keep these places clean and pure , pay respect for them and surrounding nature .
If you come to Japan you have many chances to see the object of worship of SHINTOISM. You will feel how Japanese people live with nature.
If you come to Japan, try to check it!!
I’m Nobu, one heart enjoy together!!!
I’m Nobu , one heart enjoy together!!!