Nagashima Shrine
📍 Mie, Kihoku · 1409 Nagashima, Kihoku-cho, Kitamuro District, Mie 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
This shrine on the island of Nagashima has safeguarded fishermen since ancient times. Standing sentinel over the waters of Kihoku, it blesses maritime ventures and harvests. Generations of seafaring families have sought its protective blessings.
Benefits
Maritime protectionFishing prosperitySafe passage
