Located in the coastal town of Ishinomaki, Iwate Prefecture, is not correct, but rather, in the coastal town of Matsushima, which belongs to Miyagi Prefecture, lies the famous Shiroishi Bay, and nearby the bay is located Kesennuma city, which has 鯖湖神社 (Sakihama Shrine), dedicated to the god of the sea, , who watches over fishermen and provides a bountiful harvest. The shrine's architecture is inspired by traditional Japanese designs, with a distinctive curved roof resembling a bird's nest.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Toro no Tsukayomi (God of Fishing)
- 祀られている神
- Toro no Tsukayomi, God of fishing and aquatic life
- 座標
- 37.8325039, 140.4522319
参拝のヒント
To appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit during sunrise or sunset to capture the reflection of the sea and surrounding mountains in the calm waters of the bay.
文化的背景
The shrine is famous for its connection to the Senga River, a sacred waterway that flows into the bay. In spring, the shrine hosts a festival to promote fishing and aquatic life, ensuring an abundance of fish for the community. The local legend says that if you tie your fishing line on the third day after New Year's Day at the shrine, you will have a bountiful catch.
歴史
Established in 1959 as a modern Shinto shrine.