A Shinto shrine in Kochi Prefecture dedicated to salt and sea deities, serving as the ichinomiya (first shrine) of its region. The shrine plays an important role in local maritime traditions and salt-making culture.
- Denomination
- Shiogama
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Salt and sea deities
- Kami enshrined
- Salt deities, Maritime deities
- Shrine rank
- Ichinomiya
- Coordinates
- 32.925461, 132.701772
Visitor tip
Check local festival schedules as ichinomiya shrines often host significant regional celebrations.
Cultural notes
The name Shiogama connects this shrine to ancient salt-making traditions and maritime culture. Ichinomiya shrines were historically the most important shrines in their respective provinces and often received special imperial patronage.
Historical note
As an ichinomiya shrine, it held the highest ranking among shrines in its provincial area during the ancient Japanese shrine ranking system. The dedication to Shiogama (salt cauldron) deities reflects the historical importance of salt production and maritime activities in the coastal regions of Shikoku.