Located on a small island in the Seto Inland Sea, small-hand Island Five Deities Great Shintoism is one of Japan's oldest shrines, with evidence of worship dating back to the 7th century. The shrine is dedicated to the five primary kami: Kotoshiro-nokami (god of agriculture), Irohmaru-no-Okami (god of water), Asonanukahiko-no-kami (god of fire), Inari-o-no-kami (goddess of rice and industry), and Mochizuki-no-okami (god of fertility). The shrine's architecture is characteristic of the Kofuku style, with a main hall and several smaller shrines. Visitors can explore the serene island surroundings and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Fuku-nokami (god of agriculture)
- 祀られている神
- Kotoshiro-nokami, Irohmaru-no-Okami, Asonanukahiko-no-kami, Inari-o-no-kami, Mochizuki-no-okami
- 座標
- 34.3781373, 133.6452996
参拝のヒント
To fully experience the shrine's natural beauty, arrive at dawn or dusk to witness the golden light on the small-hand Island landscape.
文化的背景
The shrine is closely associated with local folklore and myths, particularly those related to the gods of rice and fertility. Visitors can attend the annual May 15th festival to celebrate the shrine's patron deity.
歴史
Founded in the early Heian period, circa 7th century.