Tsurumidai Shrine, also known as Akita Tsurumidai Shrine and later renamed to Shimojishinsha Shrine, is a Shinto shrine in Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, located near the coast of the Pacific Ocean. It is one of the oldest shrines dedicated to the sea deity, Fujin, but has also enshrined the local god Tsurumidai, and the god of agriculture, Inari. The shrine's architecture reflects a mix of traditional Japanese styles. It was originally built during the Edo period.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Fujin, Inari, Tsurumidai
- Kami enshrined
- Fujin, Inari, Tsurumidai
- Coordinates
- 35.7293901, 140.2069564
Visitor tip
When visiting the shrine, try to visit early morning or late afternoon to see the beautiful sunrise or sunset at the shrine's coastline.
Cultural notes
The shrine has connections to local folklore and myths about Fujin, who is believed to protect fishermen. The shrine also hosts a festival honoring Tsurumidai in August.
Historical note
The shrine was rebuilt after an earthquake in 1868 and restored in 1927, following the Taisho Reforms.