Located in Kanagawa Prefecture, Transportation Safety Shrine is a Shinto temple dedicated to the kami of safe transportation and road safety. The shrine's name reflects its purpose, as it serves as a place for devotees to pray for safe journeys and protect travelers from accidents. With its simple yet serene architecture, the shrine provides a peaceful oasis for those seeking spiritual guidance or simply looking for a moment of calm in their busy lives.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ōkuninushi
- Kami enshrined
- Ōkuninushi, Susanoo
- Coordinates
- 35.3013643, 139.4820819
Visitor tip
To show respect, visitors can perform a quick purification ritual by washing their hands at the temizuya before entering the shrine.
Cultural notes
As a major transportation hub, the shrine is closely tied to the mythology of Shinto road gods such as Ōkuninushi and Susanoo. During the annual Road Safety Festival (, Tōsai Matsuri), devotees offer prayers and participate in processions to seek the kami's protection.
Historical note
The shrine was established during the Edo period (1603-1868) as a way to honor the gods and ensure safe transportation for travelers and merchants.