Ooura-jinja
📍 Okayama, Asakuchi · 7756 Yorishima-cho, Asakuchi-shi, Okayama-ken
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 seaside shrine has protected fishermen's lives for millennia through salt-laden winds. Those lost in waves and those fearful upon ships find their hearts settling when carrying this shrine's blessing. Ancient reverence and gratitude toward the sea continue to dwell within these sacred precincts.
Benefits
sea safetyfishing abundancevoyage protection