Mishima Shrine in Kochi Prefecture is dedicated to Oyamatsumi-no-Mikoto, the Shinto deity of mountains and sea. As part of the Mishima shrine network, it serves the local community with prayers for safety, prosperity, and protection from natural disasters.
- Denomination
- Mishima
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Oyamatsumi-no-Mikoto
- Kami enshrined
- Oyamatsumi-no-Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 33.3881505, 132.5338706
Visitor tip
Check locally for festival dates as Mishima shrines often hold seasonal celebrations honoring the mountain and sea deity.
Cultural notes
Mishima shrines are traditionally associated with Oyamatsumi-no-Mikoto, who governs mountains, islands, and maritime safety. This deity is particularly revered in coastal regions for protection of fishermen and travelers.