A Shinto shrine in Kanagawa Prefecture dedicated to Oyamatsumi-no-Mikoto, the kami of mountains and sea. Mishima shrines are found throughout Japan, often associated with the worship of mountain deities and safe travel.
- 宗派
- Mishima
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Oyamatsumi-no-Mikoto
- 祀られている神
- Oyamatsumi-no-Mikoto
- 座標
- 35.4833091, 139.5178455
参拝のヒント
Look for the shrine's connection to local geography and any mountain or water features that may have influenced its founding location.
文化的背景
Mishima shrines typically honor Oyamatsumi-no-Mikoto, who is revered as a powerful deity governing mountains, islands, and maritime safety. The name 'Mishima' literally means 'three islands' and reflects the deity's connection to both terrestrial and marine domains.