Kabukama Jinja, commonly known as Kabusuma Shrine, is a Shinto shrine located in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, not Ibaraki. However, there is another shrine named 鹿島神社 (Kami Island Shrine) located in Naka, Ibaraki Prefecture. This shrine is dedicated to the water kami, Namahime, and the rice god, Ninagi-kabane, as well as other regional deities. The shrine's architecture reflects its importance as a site for water management and agriculture. Visitors can learn about the history of the shrine and the myths surrounding its kami through various exhibits and artifacts.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Namahime, Ninagi-kabane
- Kami enshrined
- Namahime, Ninagi-kabane
- Coordinates
- 36.348766, 140.3599109
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's significance, visitors should bring an offering of sake or rice wine to the water source, as is traditional in Shinto rituals.
Cultural notes
The Namahime kami enshrined here is believed to have control over the fertility of the soil and the flow of water. The shrine's architecture features a distinctive roof shape that resembles a boat, symbolizing its connection to the sea and its role in managing water resources.
Historical note
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