Located in the town of Kiso, Nagano Prefecture, Tsushima Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of the sea and fishing, Inari Okami. The shrine's main hall is decorated with traditional Japanese architecture, including a tiled roof and wooden torii gate. Visitors can explore the shrine's peaceful grounds, which feature several ponds and walking paths. The shrine is also famous for its beautiful autumn foliage.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.9546237, 138.2403941
Visitor tip
Visitors can try their luck by tossing coins into the shrine's large wishing well, which is said to bring good fortune for fishermen and sailors.
Cultural notes
Tsushima Shrine is connected to the legend of the Tsushima Islands, a chain of islands off the coast of Nagano Prefecture. According to myth, the god Inari Okami protected the islands from invaders and ensured the safe passage of ships. The shrine's annual fishing festival, held in October, celebrates this legendary connection.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 1568 during the Sengoku period, and has been rebuilt several times due to fires and other disasters.