Located in Iina Town, Saitama Prefecture,浅間神社 (Isumi Shrine) is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the sea god Isumi no Okami. The shrine's architecture reflects the region's Edo period style, with a typical haiden main hall and a torii gate. Visitors can experience the tranquility of the shrine's gardens, which are said to resemble the mythical Land of the Gods. The shrine is also famous for its beautiful cherry blossom viewing area during spring.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Isumi no Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Isumi no Okami
- Coordinates
- 36.0100767, 139.6032053
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's natural beauty, visit at dawn or dusk when the soft light casts a serene glow on the gardens and torii gate.
Cultural notes
Isumi Shrine is connected to the legend of Isumi no Okami, a sea god who protected fishermen and sailors. The shrine is also associated with the mythical Land of the Gods, believed to be located at the southern tip of the Izu Peninsula, near present-day Shikinauma.
Historical note
The shrine was established in 1751 by Hanao Tsunemasa, a local daimyo.