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Senge Takamasa
Current Guji (priest) of Izumo Taisha since 1984, born 1968.
Definition
Senge Takamasa, born in 1968, is the 84th Kokusō and current Guji of Izumo Taisha, one of Japan's most significant Shinto shrines. He belongs to the Senge family, which has a long-standing association with the shrine, and has actively participated in the preservation and promotion of Shinto religious practices. His leadership is marked by efforts to maintain traditional rituals in a modern context, aiming to engage contemporary society with the spiritual and cultural heritage of Shinto.
Etymology
The Senge lineage has roots that trace back to ancient times, traditionally considered descendants of the deity Okuninushi, the principal deity enshrined at Izumo Taisha.