Wakamiya Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture dedicated to a young deity or child god, as indicated by its name meaning 'young shrine' or 'prince shrine'.
- Religion
- shinto
- Coordinates
- 32.6606956, 130.668643
Visitor tip
Check locally for festival dates, as many Wakamiya shrines hold special ceremonies for children's wellbeing.
Cultural notes
Wakamiya shrines typically enshrine young deities or the children of main kami, often associated with protection of youth, safe childbirth, and child-rearing.