A Sumiyoshi shrine in Yamaguchi Prefecture dedicated to the three Sumiyoshi sea deities who protect sailors and fishermen. These shrines are found throughout Japan, with the Sumiyoshi Taisha in Osaka serving as the head shrine of the network.
- 宗派
- Sumiyoshi
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Sumiyoshi Sanjin (three sea deities)
- 祀られている神
- Sokotsutsu-no-o-no-mikoto, Nakatsutsu-no-o-no-mikoto, Uwatsutsu-no-o-no-mikoto
- 座標
- 33.9794153, 131.1825884
参拝のヒント
Look for the distinctive architectural style common to Sumiyoshi shrines, often featuring straight rooflines without curved edges.
文化的背景
The Sumiyoshi deities originated from the purification ritual of Izanagi-no-mikoto after his return from the underworld, and are considered among Japan's most ancient protective kami for maritime activities.