A Sumiyoshi shrine dedicated to the three sea deities known collectively as Sumiyoshi Sanjin. These kami are traditionally revered as protectors of seafarers, fishermen, and travelers, and are associated with purification and safe journeys.
- Denomination
- Sumiyoshi
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Sumiyoshi Sanjin (three sea deities)
- Kami enshrined
- Sokotsutsu-no-O-no-Mikoto, Nakatsutsu-no-O-no-Mikoto, Uwatsutsu-no-O-no-Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 35.3280277, 137.1017751
Visitor tip
Pray for safe travels or purification, as these deities are particularly known for protection during journeys.
Cultural notes
The Sumiyoshi deities originated from the purification ritual performed by Izanagi-no-Mikoto after his return from the underworld. They are among Japan's most ancient maritime deities and are venerated at thousands of shrines nationwide, with the head shrine being Sumiyoshi Taisha in Osaka.