A Shinto shrine located in Kochi Prefecture, known for its cave-like setting or rock formations as suggested by its name 'Iwaya' meaning 'rock cave'.
- Religion
- shinto
- Coordinates
- 33.5345956, 133.20233
Visitor tip
Look for the natural rock formations that give this shrine its distinctive name.
Cultural notes
The name Iwaya reflects the Japanese tradition of venerating sacred natural features, particularly rock formations and caves which were considered dwelling places of kami.