Located in the scenic town of Ichihara, Chiba Prefecture,浅間神社 (Ama-no-Moriya Shrine) is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the sea goddess Ama-no-Moriya, and her husband, Tsukuyomi, god of the moon. The shrine's architecture reflects its connection to the ocean, with distinctive torii gates and vermilion lacquer adorning the buildings.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Takahisa, Tsukiyomi, Ama-no-Moriya
- Kami enshrined
- Takahisa, Tsukiyomi, Ama-no-Moriya
- Coordinates
- 35.5370407, 140.1172183
Visitor tip
To experience the shrine's unique atmosphere, visit at low tide when the ocean views are particularly stunning.
Cultural notes
Ama-no-Moriya Shrine is famous for its involvement in the Japanese maritime festival of Matsuri no Hi, which takes place every five years to celebrate a full moon. The festival honors Tsukuyomi and Ama-no-Moriya, while also paying respects to local fishermen.
Historical note
Founded in 1617 during the Edo period, the shrine was originally built on a smaller site but was later relocated to its current location due to urban development.