Hinomisaki Shrine is a Shinto shrine located on the island of Kyojima in Shimane Prefecture, Japan. The shrine's name 'Shimonomiya' is derived from its original location near the Shimonomiya River. The shrine was established to enshrine the kami of the river and surrounding area, believed to have powers related to fishing and agriculture.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Fukinokami
- Kami enshrined
- Fukinokami
- Coordinates
- 35.4305389, 132.626581
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's unique architecture, visit at dawn or dusk when the sun casts a golden glow over the forested area surrounding the shrine.
Cultural notes
Hinomisaki Shrine is connected to the local folklore of Shimane Prefecture, where it is said that the kami of the shrine helps fishermen catch bountiful fish. The shrine's festivals include the Hinomisaki Matsuri, which takes place in October and features traditional dances and food stalls.
Historical note
The shrine was originally founded in 1606 during the Edo period.