Located in the picturesque town of Shiogama, Miyagi Prefecture, Eighty-Nine Steps Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of prosperity and good fortune. The shrine is famous for its long stone staircase, which is said to be one of the longest in Japan. Visitors can climb the stairs while praying for success and happiness.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Shiokaze no Kami
- Kami enshrined
- Shiokaze no Kami
- Coordinates
- 38.2007967, 140.9057224
Visitor tip
To make a meaningful prayer, climb all 89 steps of the staircase before visiting the main hall.
Cultural notes
The shrine is associated with the god of fertility and prosperity, known as Shiokaze no Kami. During the spring festival, visitors can enjoy traditional dances and music performed by local artists.
Historical note
The shrine was built during the Sengoku period (1467-1603) as a shrine for the local lord's ancestral spirits.