Imamigaya Shrine, dedicated to the Shinto deity of the sea, Otohime, and its connection to the myth of Urashima Tarō, a fisherman who retrieved a scroll from the underwater palace of Ryujin. The shrine is also known for its beautiful gardens and historic architecture dating back to the Edo period.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Otohime
- Kami enshrined
- Otohime, Ryujin
- Coordinates
- 33.2025894, 129.6778909
Visitor tip
To fully experience the shrine's beauty, visit at sunrise or sunset when the garden lights are turned on.
Cultural notes
Imamigaya Shrine is known for its association with Urashima Tarō, a famous mythological figure in Japanese folklore. The shrine also hosts an annual Cherry Blossom Festival and offers special prayers to Otohime during the Setsubun festival.
Historical note
Founded in 1653 during the Edo period.