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Okitsushima-jinja Shrine

隠津島神社

Fukushima

This shrine is dedicated to the sea goddess Okitsushima-hime, one of the three sister deities born from the purification ritual of the Shinto creator god Izanagi. Worshippers come here to pray for safe sea voyages, maritime protection, and blessings related to water and purification. The shrine serves as an important spiritual center for those seeking the protective powers of this ancient oceanic kami, particularly fishermen and travelers crossing bodies of water.

Religion
shinto
Coordinates
37.3346638, 140.082422

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