Namita Shrine
📍 Osaka, Hannan · 167 Ishida, Hannan, Osaka Prefecture
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
Namita Shrine, enshrined in Hannan of Sennan, has been cherished by seafaring folk as the deity of ocean waves. Those who ride the waves pray to this god for safety. In this place where the sound of the tide can be heard, ancient faith still lives.
Benefits
Fisheries protectionMaritime safetyAbundant catch