High-ranking deity worshipped by the Imperial Family in ancient times, revered as a protector of the emperor and the nation's stability. The shrine is dedicated to the worship of the Shindo-karatsu-no-okami, an ancestral kami, and the patron kami of the city of Nagasaki.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Shindo-karatsu-no-okami
- Kami enshrined
- Shindo-karatsu-no-okami, Otaemonoshō, Nagasaki no Ōkappo, Ōhama no Kami
- Coordinates
- 33.790947, 129.7563658
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit at dawn or dusk to avoid the crowds and enjoy the warm sunlight casting a golden glow on the shrine's architecture.
Cultural notes
The Shinto shrine complex features a unique hybrid of traditional Japanese architectural styles, blending elements from the Karatsu-style and Nagasaki's own distinctive style. The shrine is also notable for its vibrant festivals, including the annual Tanabata (Star Festival), which celebrates the reunion of star-crossed lovers.
Historical note
Established in 1635 by the Tokugawa shogunate during the Edo period.