Ryugu Myojin-ja Jinja
📍 Kanagawa, Kamakura · 1548-4 Koshigoe, Kamakura-shi, Kanagawa
About
Founded 欽明13年（552）と伝わる
Enshrined 玉依姫命, 五頭龍大神
Festival 10月上旬の土日（例大祭）
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
09:00–15:00
Fee
¥500
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
History
Ryuko Myojin Shrine in Koshigoe, Kamakura is said to have been founded in 538 CE, making it the oldest surviving shrine in Kamakura City. The enshrined deities are Tamayorihime-no-Mikoto and Gotoruryunokami. Situated close to the sea, it has long been venerated by fishermen and sailors as a guardian of maritime safety and abundant catch. Many visitors continue to visit this shrine with its deep connections to the sea and the dragon.
Benefits
Safety at seaAbundant catchMatchmaking
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