Located in Iwaki Peninsula, Shichisei-san Shrine is dedicated to the gods of the sea and the heavens. Built in 1734 during the Edo period, the shrine's main hall is a beautiful example of traditional Japanese architecture. The shrine is famous for its 'haiden' - a single-story wooden building with a sloping roof, which represents the humble abode of the kami.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tsukuyomi
- Kami enshrined
- Tennō, Tsukuyomi, Ōtami
- Coordinates
- 37.8554868, 140.6117272
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the serene atmosphere of the shrine, visit at dawn or dusk when the sunlight filters through the trees and illuminates the main hall.
Cultural notes
Shichisei-san Shrine is closely associated with the region's maritime culture. The shrine is also famous for its 'Tsutsugaki-zuka', a stone statue of a mythical creature, which is said to have been created by the shrine's chief priest in the 18th century.
Historical note
Established in 1734 during the Edo period.