A Shinto shrine dedicated to Kompira, a deity associated with safe sea travel, fishing, and maritime protection. Part of the network of Konpira shrines found throughout Japan, particularly in coastal regions.
- Denomination
- Konpira
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kompira-san (guardian of sea travel and fishing)
- Kami enshrined
- Kompira, Okuninushi
- Coordinates
- 34.1802719, 132.4497116
Visitor tip
Bring offerings related to safe travel or maritime activities when visiting this shrine.
Cultural notes
Konpira worship originated from the syncretism of Shinto and Buddhist traditions, with Kompira being associated with the Buddhist deity Kumbhira. Fishermen and sailors traditionally pray here for safe voyages and good catches.