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Sumiyoshi Shrine

住吉神社

Sumiyoshi Jinja

Yamaguchi

A Sumiyoshi shrine in Yamaguchi Prefecture dedicated to the three Sumiyoshi sea deities. Part of the extensive network of Sumiyoshi shrines throughout Japan that originated from the head shrine in Osaka, these shrines traditionally serve maritime communities and travelers seeking safe passage.

宗派
Sumiyoshi
宗教
shinto
祭神
Sumiyoshi Sanjin (three sea deities)
祀られている神
Sumiyoshi-no-Okami, Sokotsutsu-no-Mikoto, Nakatsutsu-no-Mikoto, Uwatsutsu-no-Mikoto
座標
34.4251483, 131.2510218

参拝のヒント

Look for the distinctive architectural style common to Sumiyoshi shrines, often featuring straight rooflines without curved eaves.

文化的背景

Sumiyoshi shrines are among Japan's most ancient Shinto institutions, with the Sumiyoshi Sanjin being primordial sea deities born during Izanagi's purification ritual. They are particularly revered by fishermen, sailors, and coastal communities for protection during sea voyages.

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