金刀比羅宮

This prominent Konpira shrine serves as a major center for maritime protection and safe travel, enshrining the guardian deity of seafarers and travelers who is believed to ensure safe voyages and successful journeys. Worshippers come to pray for protection during travel, success in business ventures, and recovery from illness, as the kami is renowned for responding to earnest prayers from those facing difficult circumstances. The shrine attracts both local devotees and visitors from across Japan who seek the powerful blessings of Konpira-san, particularly those involved in transportation, fishing, and other travel-related occupations.