Aoshima Jinja
📍 Nagasaki, Hoshikamachi Aoshima-men · Matsuura City
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
A shrine enshrined on the beautiful island of Aoshima in Matsuura City. On this sacred island surrounded by sea, it has long gathered the faith of fishermen praying for safe seas and abundant catches. The entire island is regarded as a sacred domain, preserving natural beauty and mystique. As a vital point in maritime traffic, it has a history of many sailors offering prayers for voyage safety. Within the sacred atmosphere surrounded by azure waters, it is a special place where one can feel the divine protection of the sea deity.
Benefits
Maritime safetyBountiful harvestTravel safetyTraffic safetyMisfortune avoidanceHousehold safety