Kintohira Jinja

Kintohira Jinja is a shrine cherished as a guardian deity of the sea, situated in Kinpira-cho in Nemuro. It was established by welcoming the divine spirit from Kotohira-gu in Shikoku, and has gathered the faith of those praying for maritime safety at the easternmost tip of Hokkaido. For those engaged in fishing and maritime industries in Nemuro, this shrine holds special significance. Many visitors come to pray for safety on rough seas, abundant catches, and safe returns from deep-sea fishing operations.