A branch shrine of the famous Munakata Taisha in Fukuoka, dedicated to the three Munakata goddesses who protect seafarers and guide maritime activities. The shrine maintains the traditional Munakata worship practices while serving the local Hiroshima community.
- Denomination
- Munakata
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Munakata Sanjojin (Three Goddess Sisters)
- Kami enshrined
- Ichikishimahime-no-Mikoto, Tagitsuhime-no-Mikoto, Tagirihime-no-Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 34.0768293, 133.6848224
Visitor tip
As with most Munakata shrines, visitors often pray for safe travel, especially those involving water crossings or sea journeys.
Cultural notes
The Munakata goddesses are among Japan's most revered maritime deities, traditionally worshipped by fishermen, sailors, and coastal communities. These three sister goddesses are said to protect sea routes and ensure safe passage across waters.