A Shinto shrine dedicated to Ebisu, one of the Seven Lucky Gods, revered as the patron deity of fishermen, merchants, and prosperity. As a coastal prefecture, Wakayama has numerous Ebisu shrines reflecting the region's strong fishing traditions and maritime culture.
- Denomination
- Ebisu
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ebisu, deity of fishing, commerce, and prosperity
- Kami enshrined
- Ebisu
- Coordinates
- 33.7330142, 135.3726178
Visitor tip
Visit during the morning hours when local fishermen often come to pray for safe and prosperous fishing expeditions.
Cultural notes
Ebisu is unique among the Seven Lucky Gods as the only one of purely Japanese origin. Often depicted holding a fishing rod and sea bream, he represents honest labor and the bounty of the sea. In fishing communities, Ebisu shrines serve as spiritual centers where fishermen pray for safe voyages and abundant catches.