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Ichikishimahime Shrine

市杵嶋姫神社

Ichikishimahime Jinja

A Shinto shrine dedicated to Ichikishimahime-no-Mikoto, one of the three goddess daughters of the sea god Watatsumi. This deity is associated with water, beauty, music, and good fortune, and is often syncretized with the Buddhist goddess Benzaiten.

宗派
Benzaiten
宗教
shinto
祭神
Ichikishimahime-no-Mikoto
祀られている神
Ichikishimahime-no-Mikoto
座標
34.9619309, 137.1135707

参拝のヒント

Look for water features or artistic elements around the shrine grounds, as they often reflect the deity's connection to water and the arts.

文化的背景

Ichikishimahime-no-Mikoto is one of the Munakata Three Goddesses and is particularly revered for her connection to maritime safety, artistic talents, and feminine beauty. The deity's association with water makes these shrines popular locations near rivers, lakes, or coastal areas.