A shrine dedicated to Sukunahikona-no-Mikoto and Awashima-no-Kami, deities associated with healing, medicine, and protection of women. The shrine serves the local community with prayers for health, safe childbirth, and recovery from illness.
- Denomination
- Awashima
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Sukunahikona-no-Mikoto and Awashima-no-Kami
- Kami enshrined
- Sukunahikona-no-Mikoto, Awashima-no-Kami
- Coordinates
- 37.6616415, 140.4640931
Visitor tip
Women often visit to pray for safe childbirth and health concerns, making it a particularly meaningful destination for expectant mothers.
Cultural notes
Awashima shrines are particularly revered by women seeking protection during pregnancy and childbirth, as well as those praying for healing from various ailments. Sukunahikona-no-Mikoto is known as a deity of medicine and hot springs.