Located in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, Ship Jewel Shrine (Fune-juu-sha) is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the goddess of the sea and boats, Fukuya-no-Kami. The shrine's architecture reflects its coastal location, with traditional Japanese buildings and a large torii gate. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which include several shrines for regional kami and deities associated with the sea.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Fukuya-no-Kami
- 祀られている神
- Fukuya-no-Kami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To avoid long lines, visit the shrine during off-peak seasons or early in the morning to see the beautiful sunset views of Sagami Bay.
文化的背景
Ship Jewel Shrine is connected to the mythology of Japanese maritime trade and navigation. The shrine's name refers to a legendary pearl that sank at sea and was found by a local fisherman, who offered it to the shrine as an offering.
歴史
The shrine was built in 1493 by the Hojo clan, a powerful samurai family that ruled the Kamakura shogunate.