Umi Shrine
📍 Shimane, Nishinoshima · 409 Beppu, Nishinoshima Town, Oki County, Shimane
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
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
On the Oki Islands, this shrine dedicated to the sea god has protected fishermen and sailors for countless generations. The ocean's divine guardian offers safe passage and abundant harvests to those who depend on its waters. Through storms and calm seas alike, this sacred place remains a symbol of humanity's eternal bond with the sea.
Benefits
Safe voyageAbundant catchOcean's blessing
