Three Wheel Shrine, a Shinto shrine in Hyogo Prefecture, is dedicated to the kami of transportation and travel. The shrine's name 'Sannen Jinja' literally means three wheels, referring to its original construction where three large stone wheels were placed at the entrance as a protective barrier against evil spirits.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Three Wheel Shrine primarily enshrines the kami of transportation and travel
- Kami enshrined
- Susanoo no Shinmei, Tenjin
- Coordinates
- 34.8932177, 135.2287099
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, visit the shrine early in the morning or late in the afternoon when possible.
Cultural notes
As a Shinto shrine dedicated to transportation and travel, Three Wheel Shrine is often visited by people seeking safe passage during journeys. The shrine's unique architecture and historic significance make it an important cultural landmark in Hyogo Prefecture.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 1862 during the Meiji period, when it was rebuilt on its current site.