A Shinto shrine dedicated to Oyamatsumi-no-Mikoto, the mountain deity, following the Mishima tradition. Mishima shrines are found throughout Japan and are particularly associated with the worship of mountain kami and maritime protection.
- Denomination
- Mishima
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Oyamatsumi-no-Mikoto
- Kami enshrined
- Oyamatsumi-no-Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 35.3906514, 139.2641581
Visitor tip
Look for symbols of mountains or maritime themes in the shrine's decorative elements, which are common at Mishima shrines.
Cultural notes
Mishima shrines derive their name from the original Mishima Taisha in Shizuoka Prefecture. They typically enshrine mountain deities and are often associated with both agricultural fertility and safe sea travel, reflecting the dual nature of Japan's mountainous islands.