“Not Japanese”. The inscription sparked debate long ago. Why would a stele mention that? Today we explore the enigmatic \u5f0f\u5185\u5927\u793e \u4e2d\u81e3\u9808\u725f\u5730\u795e\u793e Stele. It stands as a silent witness to Osaka’s past.
This stele marks the site of the \u5f0f\u5185\u5927\u793e \u4e2d\u81e3\u9808\u725f\u5730\u795e\u793e. It is an ancient shrine. The shrine’s history is intertwined with powerful clans. It also relates to ancient rituals.
\u5f0f\u5185\u5927\u793e \u4e2d\u81e3\u9808\u725f\u5730\u795e\u793e is an old shrine. Its creation date is unknown. This place links to two other shrines. These are the 神須牟地神社 and 須牟地曽根神社. Long ago these shrines were near the wharfs of 難波津.
The 中臣氏 clan resided here. 天種子命 was their ancestor. Later descendants like 藤原不比等 revered their ancestors. They worshiped them at this shrine. They also built a temple near 住道矢田. Now it is the site of a temple ruin.
This shrine was connected to 八十島祭. This was a grand ritual. It was performed at 難波津 after an emperor’s enthronement.
The shrine honors several deities. These include 中臣須牟地神 and 住吉大神.
So why the inscription about being “not Japanese?” Some think it relates to ancient rituals. New arrivals from the continent may have participated in those. Drinking sacred wine at the shrine may have been a ritual. It was a way to become part of the community.
The \u5f0f\u5185\u5927\u793e \u4e2d\u81e3\u9808\u725f\u5730\u795e\u793e Stele prompts reflection. The shrine saw imperial rituals. The 中臣氏 clan shaped history. The phrase “not Japanese” hints at forgotten customs. It also suggests integration. Today the \u5f0f\u5185\u5927\u793e \u4e2d\u81e3\u9808\u725f\u5730\u795e\u793e Stele reminds us of Osaka’s long history.