A Shinto shrine dedicated to Ichikishima-hime-no-mikoto, one of the three goddess daughters of the sea god Susanoo. Often associated with water, prosperity, and the arts, this deity is frequently syncretized with the Buddhist goddess Benzaiten.
- Denomination
- Benzaiten
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ichikishima-hime-no-mikoto
- Kami enshrined
- Ichikishima-hime-no-mikoto
- Coordinates
- 34.909402, 136.9506651
Visitor tip
Look for water features or artistic motifs in the shrine architecture, as these often reflect the deity's connection to both water and the arts.
Cultural notes
Ichikishima-hime-no-mikoto is one of the three Munakata goddesses, divine protectors of seafarers and trade routes. The deity's association with water and artistic pursuits led to widespread veneration throughout Japan, particularly in coastal regions.