#shiga prefecture

[kyotodreamtrips]

Hachiman-bori Moat in Omihachiman is renowned for its picturesque setting, which is surrounded by lush greenery and historic landmarks. The reflections of the surrounding buildings and trees on the moat's surface create a serene and captivating atmosphere, especially during the cherry blossom season.

[redsamuraiii]

Fun Trivia : Did you know Catfish exist in Japanese mythology called Namazu?

Legend has it that there was a giant underground catfish which causes earthquakes and lives under the islands of Japan.

It was believe to be have been spotted at Lake Biwa and there is an Otsu-e painting depicting the creature in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture.

So the producers of Shogun knew what they were doing when they created this scene of Yabu and Ishido about the supersition.

It happened when an eel fisherman reportedly spotted unusual active catfish in a river, followed by an earthquake.

Namazu was considered by the people to be "Yanaoshi Daimyojin" (God of World Rectification), an avenger of social injustice.

They believed the rich hoarded their wealth but were disgorged due to earthquake and redistribute to the people in rebuilding efforts.

Although Ishido repeatedly tries to deny it but you can tell that he is actually terrified knowing that his recent actions were "immoral".

Being born a peasant, he would believe the Namazu but pretend not to care to show his followers that he is not a peasant but a Samurai.

And the fact that Toranaga survived the earthquakes thrice implies that the Gods or Namazu have favored him over Ishido.

Toranaga probably believe in it to, thinking that Anjin is sent by the Gods to protect him. One reason he decides to keep him by his side.

Toranaga, being an opportunist and strategist, takes the earthquake as an omen that those who follow Ishida would be doomed.

Not only is he now a "rebel", being abandoned by the Taiko's heir and consort, Ochiba but also abandoned by the Gods.

Japanese religion and folklore brim with an astounding variety of deities and creatures, products of a polytheistic belief.

Richly varied in appearance and behaviour, this pantheon laid the groundwork for the Kaiju culture of modern era like Godzilla.

Some believe Godzilla to be simply a demonic but some believe it to be a wrath of the Gods sent to punish humans, like the Namazu.

A reason that I've always loved watching Japanese films is that there's always a mix of legends which adds to the mystery.

[crazyfox-archives]

A sculpted image of the deity of good fortune Daikokuten (大黒天) dating to the very early 9th century at Kongōrinji Temple (金剛輪寺) in Aishō Town, Shiga Prefecture, said to be one of if not the earliest example of this particular deity in Japan and here seen during a rare unveiling lasting until December 10, 2023

[pepperbag76]

Ikagu Shrine - Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture

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Via visitjapan.us

[wanderingflier]

万灯祭　多賀大社

Festivals to give thanks to God.

August 2018

[aishiteru-kenshin]

Kyorinbo Temple, Omihachiman, Shiga Prefecture, Japan

[ikana-ko]

三井寺妖怪ナイト2023年

[nixieofthenorth]

Red in Japan Moodboard

[sergioguymanproust]

The largest body of water in Japan is the Biwa lake. Located in Shiga prefecture.At its deepest point is 41 meters.It covers an area of 670.4 square kilometers. Points of interest are many but the most famous is the Hikone castle dating back to the 17th century.Pic-and words by Sergio Guyman.

[kyotodreamtrips]

Hachiman-bori Moat in Omihachiman is renowned for its picturesque setting, which is surrounded by lush greenery and historic landmarks. The reflections of the surrounding buildings and trees on the moat's surface create a serene and captivating atmosphere, especially during the cherry blossom season.

[ecoamerica]

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[crazyfox-archives]

A sculpted image of Nyoirin Kannon Bodhisattva (如意輪観音菩薩) of uncertain date at Kongōrinji Temple (金剛輪寺)--a.k.a. Matsuodera (松尾寺)--in Aishō Town, Shiga Prefecture

[pepperbag76]

Kyorinbo Temple 教林坊 - Shiga Prefecture

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[wanderingflier]

ふらっと立ち寄った神社はお祭りしてた。提灯いっぱい(・∀・)

神様に感謝を捧げる、知らない土地の知らないお祭り。(-人-)

many many Japanese lantern.

August 2018

[aishiteru-kenshin]

Tokugen-in’s Zen Garden, Maibara, Shiga Prefecture, Japan