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Nagare no Kami Shrine

流之神

Nagare no Kami Jinja

Kumamoto

Religion
shinto
Enshrined kami
Water deity
Kami enshrined
Water deity
Coordinates
32.746244, 130.6366387

Visitor tip

Look for nearby water features like streams or rivers, as these shrines are traditionally located close to flowing water sources.

Cultural notes

The name 'Nagare no Kami' translates to 'God of Flow' or 'Flowing Deity,' typically referring to water deities that govern rivers, streams, and water flow. Such shrines are often established near water sources and are important for local communities dependent on water for agriculture and daily life.

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