A subsidiary shrine (massha) dedicated to the Sumiyoshi deities, the three kami of the sea who are revered as protectors of sailors, fishermen, and safe ocean travel.
- Denomination
- Sumiyoshi
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Sumiyoshi Sanjin (three Sumiyoshi deities)
- Kami enshrined
- Sokotsutsu-no-o-no-mikoto, Nakatsutsu-no-o-no-mikoto, Uwatsutsu-no-o-no-mikoto
- Coordinates
- 34.6814109, 135.8258508
Visitor tip
As a subsidiary shrine, it may have limited access hours, so visit during main shrine operating times.
Cultural notes
The Sumiyoshi deities were born from Izanagi's purification ritual and are among Japan's most ancient maritime kami, with worship dating back to early Japanese seafaring culture.