A Kumano shrine in Kanagawa Prefecture dedicated to the powerful deities of the Kumano faith. Kumano shrines are known for their connection to spiritual purification, nature worship, and the sacred Kumano Sanzan mountain complex in Wakayama Prefecture.
Enshrines the three Kumano deities (Kumano Sanzan no Kami) who are revered for protection, purification, and spiritual guidance along life's journey. Worshippers come to seek blessings for safe travels, recovery from illness, and spiritual cleansing, as the Kumano kami are traditionally associated with pilgrimage and rebirth. The shrine serves as a spiritual waystation where visitors pray for guidance through difficult transitions and protection during important life changes.
- Denomination
- Kumano
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kumano Gongen deities
- Kami enshrined
- Izanagi, Izanami, Susanoo
- Coordinates
- 35.4212872, 139.5953864
Visitor tip
Look for the distinctive Yatagarasu (three-legged crow) symbol, which is often displayed at Kumano shrines.
Cultural notes
Kumano worship combines Shinto and Buddhist elements, focusing on spiritual rebirth and purification. The three-legged crow (Yatagarasu) is a common symbol associated with Kumano shrines, representing divine guidance.