Three Islands Shrine, a Shinto shrine located in Fukuoka Prefecture, is dedicated to the deity of three islands, Sengan-ya, Hoshimichi, and Shikan-yama. The shrine's architecture is characteristic of Heian period design, with a hipped roof and curved eaves. Visitors can enjoy scenic views of Fukuoka Bay from the shrine grounds.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Sangan-ya-no-kami
- 祀られている神
- Sangan-ya-no-kami, Hoshimichi-no-kami, Shikan-yama-no-kami
- 座標
- 33.6318624, 130.6905762
参拝のヒント
To avoid crowds, visit Three Islands Shrine early in the morning or later in the evening to admire its tranquil atmosphere.
文化的背景
The shrine is known for its connections to the legend of a samurai named Saito Tsugumichi, who was said to have committed seppuku on Shikan-yama and was subsequently enshrined as a kami. The shrine's three islands are also associated with the mythology of the Three Islands (San-gun) in Japanese folklore.
歴史
Founded during the Nara period (710-794 CE),