Shiranuka Itsukushima Shrine
📍 Hokkaido, Shiranuka-cho · 1-5 Misaki 1-chome, Shiranuka-cho, Shiranuka-gun, 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 on Shiranuka's promontory overlooking the distant Pacific, this ancient shrine enshrines the spirit of the water goddess. Amid salty winds, fishermen and sailors have given thanks and prayed for safe passage. We forever watch over the bond between this land's people and the sea.
Benefits
Marine blessingProsperous fisheriesSafe navigation