A Shinto shrine in Kanagawa Prefecture dedicated to Oyamatsumi-no-Mikoto, the kami of mountains and sea. Mishima shrines are found throughout Japan, often associated with the worship of mountain deities and safe travel.
- Denomination
- Mishima
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Oyamatsumi-no-Mikoto
- Kami enshrined
- Oyamatsumi-no-Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 35.4833091, 139.5178455
Visitor tip
Look for the shrine's connection to local geography and any mountain or water features that may have influenced its founding location.
Cultural notes
Mishima shrines typically honor Oyamatsumi-no-Mikoto, who is revered as a powerful deity governing mountains, islands, and maritime safety. The name 'Mishima' literally means 'three islands' and reflects the deity's connection to both terrestrial and marine domains.