Japanese shrines

Yabuki Shrine

矢吹神社

Fukushima

Yakumo Shrine

八雲神社

Fukushima

Yakumo Shrine is dedicated to Susanoo-no-Mikoto, the Shinto deity of storms and the sea. The name 'Yakumo' refers to the famous poem composed by Susanoo, considered the first waka poem in Japanese literature. These shrines are found throughout Japan and serve as centers for protection against natural disasters and purification.

Yakushikokeshido

薬師こけし堂

Fukushima

Yama no Kami Shrine

山ノ神祠

Fukushima

A small shrine dedicated to Yama no Kami, the mountain deity revered for protection of mountains, forests, and those who work in mountainous areas. These modest shrines are commonly found throughout Japan's mountainous regions.

Yama Shrine

山神社

Fukushima

Yama Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to mountain deities, reflecting the deep spiritual connection between Japanese communities and the mountainous landscape of Fukushima Prefecture. These shrines typically serve as places where locals pray for safe passage through mountains, good harvests, and protection from natural disasters.

Yamanokami Shrine

山ノ神神社

Fukushima

A shrine dedicated to Yamanokami, the mountain deity who protects mountainous regions and is often associated with forestry, hunting, and the natural bounty of the mountains. These shrines are commonly found in mountainous areas throughout Japan.

Yamizone Shrine

八溝嶺神社

Fukushima

Yasaka Shrine

八坂神社

Fukushima

Yasaka Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Fukushima Prefecture dedicated to Susanoo-no-Mikoto, the storm god and brother of Amaterasu. Like other Yasaka shrines throughout Japan, it follows the Gion faith tradition and serves as a local center for community festivals and prayers for protection from epidemics and disasters.

Yatsuki Tsutsukobetsu Shrine

八槻都都古別神社

Fukushima

Yatsuki Tsutsukobetsu Shrine is one of the ancient shrines in Fukushima Prefecture, known for its connection to the Tsutsukobetsu deities. The shrine represents the northern branch of the historically significant Tsutsukobetsu shrine network that once held considerable influence in the region during the classical period of Japanese history.

Yoriki Shrine

寄木神社

Fukushima