A local Itsukushima Shrine in Kagoshima Prefecture dedicated to the sea goddess Ichikishimahime-no-Mikoto. Like other Itsukushima shrines throughout Japan, it draws inspiration from the famous World Heritage shrine in Hiroshima, serving as a place of worship for maritime safety, entertainment arts, and good fortune.
- Denomination
- Benzaiten
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ichikishimahime-no-Mikoto
- Kami enshrined
- Ichikishimahime-no-Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 28.1463081, 129.2125554
Visitor tip
Look for the distinctive vermillion torii gate and offerings related to water or sea safety.
Cultural notes
Ichikishimahime-no-Mikoto is one of three sister goddesses born from the mythological contest between Amaterasu and Susanoo, and is particularly revered for protection of those who travel by sea and for success in the entertainment arts.
Historical note
This shrine is one of many Itsukushima branch shrines established across Japan following the widespread veneration of the three goddess sisters enshrined at the original Itsukushima Shrine in Hiroshima Bay. Local Itsukushima shrines were often built near water sources or coastal areas to honor the maritime protective powers of the enshrined deities.