Iwafune Shrine is a local Shinto shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture dedicated to Iwafune no Kami, a deity associated with stone ships and safe passage. The shrine's name literally means 'stone ship,' reflecting ancient mythological beliefs about divine vessels made of stone that could traverse both earthly and celestial realms.
- 宗派
- Local shrine
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Iwafune no Kami
- 祀られている神
- Iwafune no Kami
- 座標
- 32.0622096, 130.2088026
参拝のヒント
As a local shrine, it likely maintains traditional hours from dawn to dusk with no admission fee.
文化的背景
The name Iwafune refers to mythological stone ships in Japanese folklore, often associated with divine transportation and protection during journeys. Such shrines typically serve local communities seeking blessings for safe travel and protection.