厳島神社 is a Shinto shrine located in Fukuoka, Japan, dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu and other deities associated with rice, prosperity, and good fortune. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design, featuring a tiled roof and wooden shōji screens. Visitors can explore the shrine's tranquil gardens and shrines, including the sacred Yamabushi Shrine, which is said to be the dwelling place of Yamabushi, a Buddhist priest who served Amaterasu.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Ōmikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Ōmikami, Hachiman-gū no kami, Tsukiyomi Ōno-muchi-no-kami
- Coordinates
- 33.32609, 130.3969504
Visitor tip
To respect the shrine's sacred atmosphere, please remove your shoes before entering the main hall and refrain from taking pictures inside the shrine.
Cultural notes
厳島神社 is closely tied to the mythology surrounding the sun goddess Amaterasu. According to legend, Yamabushi served as a priest to Amaterasu and was tasked with finding her lost treasure in the underworld. The shrine's design and architecture reflect this mythological significance, with intricate carvings and decorations depicting scenes from Japanese mythology.
Historical note
The shrine was built in 707 AD during the Nara period, making it one of Japan's oldest Shinto shrines.