Toyohara Sumi Jinja
📍 Okayama, Okayama · 104-1 Saidaiji-hama, Okayama, Okayama
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 Saidaiji beach, this shrine has gathered the faithful from fishing families through generations. The fox spirit has heard prayers above the ocean's roar, watching fishermen cast their nets with unwavering focus. The shrine's power reflects the sea itself—embracing all conditions with boundless compassion.
Benefits
Safe voyageFishing prosperityGood fortune