On October 17th, we went to Urakami-kunchi Sanno Shrine to see the dedication dance, the atomic bombing memorial, and the one-legged torii gate!
Today we will be taking you to Urakami-kunchi Sanno Shrine
to see the votive dance, the atomic bombing memorial stone, and the
one-legged torii gate!
Conclusion: "The dedication dance "Nagasaki Yoka Yoka Meisho Ondo" was wonderful! Also, the ascent and descent were very good!"
I participated in the Urakami Kunchi festival, which is held every year on October 17th!
There were children with us on the way up and down, so I won't post any photos, but it was great!
This time, we will be giving a brief explanation about the
one-legged torii gate and the atomic bombing shrine at Sanno Shrine!
For more information, please check the Sanno Shrine website!
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▼Let us introduce it to you!
Sanno Shrine One-legged Torii
About the one-legged torii gate of Sanno Shrine in Nagasaki City
The one-legged torii gate at Sanno Shrine in Nagasaki is a
valuable historical structure that tells the story of the tragedy of the
atomic bomb.
How the One-Leg Torii Gate Was Created
On August 9, 1945, an atomic bomb was dropped on Nagasaki
city. Sanno Shrine had four torii gates lined up along the approach to
the shrine, but most of them were destroyed by the blast.
However, the first and second torii gates, which stood
parallel to the blast, miraculously survived. The first torii gate
remained almost intact, but was destroyed in a traffic accident after
the war.
On the other hand, the second torii gate's capstone was
twisted by the blast, and the left half on the hypocenter side was blown
away. Despite this, only the right half miraculously survived with just
one pillar. For this reason, it came to be called the "One-legged
Torii."
The meaning of the one-legged torii gate
The One-Leg Torii symbolizes the incredible destructive
power of the atomic bomb and the strength of life that was seen within
it.
- Scars of the Atomic Bomb: The One-Legged Torii is a living testament to the devastating damage that the atomic bomb inflicted on the city.
- Strength of Life: Although half of the torii gate was blown away in the blast, it remained standing, evoking the tenacity of life and hope for rebirth.
- A plea for peace: The One-Leg Torii inspires us to pledge never to let such a tragedy happen again.
▼ Sanno Shrine Atomic bombed camphor tree
About the atomic bomb-stricken camphor tree at Sanno Shrine
Along with the one-legged torii gate of Sanno Shrine in
Nagasaki City, the atomic bomb-stricken camphor tree is another symbolic
presence that tells of the scars left by the atomic bomb.
The powerful vitality of the atomic bomb-stricken camphor tree
When the atomic bomb was dropped in 1945, the camphor tree
in the grounds of Sanno Shrine was left in a pitiful state by the
intense blast and heat rays, losing its branches and leaves and its
trunk being charred. Many people had given up, expecting that this
camphor tree would also wither.
But amazingly, after about two years, the camphor tree began
to sprout again and gradually regain its strength, as if to symbolize
the rebirth of life after overcoming the tragedy of the atomic bomb.
The meaning of the atomic bomb-stricken camphor tree
- Miraculous recovery: The camphor tree, which made a remarkable comeback in the desperate situation of the atomic bomb, teaches us the strength of life.
- Symbol of peace: The atomic bombed camphor tree is also a symbol of the desire for peace.
- Ray of hope: Teaches us the importance of continuing to live without losing hope, even in difficult situations.
Highlights of the Atomic Bombed Camphor Tree
- Full of vitality: If you see an atomic bomb-affected camphor tree in person, you will be overwhelmed by its strength of life.
- Bark that gives a sense of history: The bark still bears traces of the blast, giving a sense of the weight of history.
- Vast tree crown: With its spreading branches and leaves, it reaches powerfully towards the sky, symbolizing the strength of life.
▼Dedication dance
It was a truly wonderful Urakami-kunchi festival, and
although I had some photos of the mikoshi and the children, I have
refrained from posting them due to privacy concerns.
Why not visit Urakami Kunchi and Sanno Shrine, held every year on October 17th?
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