Futenma Miya
📍 Okinawa, Futenma 1-27-10 · Ginowan
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Unknown
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
Futenma Miya is enshrined in Ginowan and is one of the most renowned shrines in Okinawa. Known since ancient times along with the place name Futenma, it has gathered the faith of people since the Ryukyu Kingdom era, making it a shrine of historical significance. The precincts contain a mystical cave, and its sacred atmosphere has enchanted many visitors. As a shrine representative of Okinawa's spiritual culture, it attracts many people from throughout the prefecture and beyond. In its precincts, where Ryukyu's history and tradition continue to breathe, one can receive the warm divine protection of Okinawa's deities.
Benefits
family well-beingwarding off misfortunefulfillment of wishestraffic safetybusiness prosperitygood fortune in lovelongevity and health