Located in the city of Hitachino, Ibaraki Prefecture, Sumiyamagū Shrine is dedicated to the Shinto god of water, Ryujin, and his wife, Urashima Taro's wife, Otohime. The shrine is nestled beside a scenic lake and features a beautiful garden and traditional Japanese architecture.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ryujin
- Kami enshrined
- Ryujin, Otohime
- Coordinates
- 35.7917388, 139.852328
Visitor tip
Take a stroll around the lake and enjoy the serene atmosphere, then visit the museum to learn more about Urashima Taro's legend.
Cultural notes
Sumiyamagū Shrine is famous for its beautiful water feature, which is said to be connected to the mythical underwater palace of Urashima Taro. The shrine also hosts an annual festival in July to celebrate Ryujin and Otohime.
Historical note
The shrine was built in 1652 during the Edo period as a tribute to the legendary fisherman Urashima Taro, who was said to have lived on an underwater palace with Otohime.