9K views · 105 reactions | Izumo Taisha Shrine in Shimane is one of...

7.2K views · 54 reactions | Visit Izumo Taisha, where the deity...

Did you know there’s a shrine in Japan where all the gods are said to gather?⛩💫 ⠀ Behold the grandeur of Izumo-Taisha Grand Shrine — one of Japan’s oldest and most sacred shrines, famed for its massive wooden halls, the sacred straw rope, and spiritual energy. Every year around November, it’s believed that deities from across the country come together here. It’s also celebrated as one of Japan’s most powerful spots for "enmusubi" — divine connections and matchmaking✨💞 ⠀ Planning a spiritual or

The JS Izumo (DDH-183) is the lead ship of the Izumo-class and the largest warship currently operated by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF). Initially commissioned in 2015 as a "helicopter-carrying destroyer," it is currently undergoing a multi-stage conversion into a light aircraft carrier capable of operating F-35B stealth fighters. | Naval Ships

4.8K views · 44 reactions | After 6 years, the giant shimenawa that...

【Strolling in Kimonos Around Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine】👘 Treat yourself to a kimono and "shimenawa" (sacred Shinto rope made from straw) experience in front of the god of matchmaking! The Izumo area is said to be the heart of the "Land of Gods." All the gods throughout Japan gather here annually, mainly to discuss matchmaking for the following year. This is one of the main reasons why Shimane continues to attract many people -- you may even be blessed with the perfect match!🤝 Izumo is also fam