The Shiranui Shrine, dedicated to the sea god Shiranui-Okami, is a historic Shinto shrine located in Odawara, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. The shrine was originally built in 1610 as a humble temple dedicated to Buddhist deities, but it was later converted into a Shinto shrine in 1632. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance, with a unique blend of Japanese and Chinese influences. The main hall, the Haiden, is adorned with intricate wooden carvings and features a beautiful tile roof.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Shiranui-Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Shiranui-Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.344304, 139.486591
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's architecture, visit at sunset when the lights are turned on, illuminating the wooden carvings and tile roof.
Cultural notes
The Shiranui Shrine is associated with the legend of Shiranui-Okami, a sea god said to have appeared on the shore during a storm. According to myth, Shiranui-Okami calmed the waves and saved the people of Odawara from drowning.
Historical note
It was built as a Buddhist temple in 1610 and converted to Shintoism in 1632 during the Edo period.