Three Islands Shrine, a Shinto shrine located in Fukuoka Prefecture, is dedicated to the deity of three islands, Sengan-ya, Hoshimichi, and Shikan-yama. The shrine's architecture is characteristic of Heian period design, with a hipped roof and curved eaves. Visitors can enjoy scenic views of Fukuoka Bay from the shrine grounds.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Sangan-ya-no-kami
- Kami enshrined
- Sangan-ya-no-kami, Hoshimichi-no-kami, Shikan-yama-no-kami
- Coordinates
- 33.6318624, 130.6905762
Visitor tip
To avoid crowds, visit Three Islands Shrine early in the morning or later in the evening to admire its tranquil atmosphere.
Cultural notes
The shrine is known for its connections to the legend of a samurai named Saito Tsugumichi, who was said to have committed seppuku on Shikan-yama and was subsequently enshrined as a kami. The shrine's three islands are also associated with the mythology of the Three Islands (San-gun) in Japanese folklore.
Historical note
Founded during the Nara period (710-794 CE),