Aonae Kotoshiro-nushi Shrine
📍 Hokkaido, Okushiri · Aonae, Okushiri Town, Okushiri District, Hokkaido
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
Standing in Aonae on Okushiri Island, this shrine watches over both farming and fishing communities. As a deity protecting dual livelihoods, it has long been revered. In the harsh island environment, it provides spiritual solace and serves as a beacon of hope for islanders seeking family prosperity and stable livelihood.
Benefits
Agricultural prosperityAbundant fishingFamily safety