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Explore Shinto shrines mapped from OpenStreetMap — filter by prefecture, city, or denomination. For curated travel listings, see featured landmark shrines below.

166 shrines

市方神社

市方神社

神奈川県 · 小田原市

Located in Odawara, Kanagawa Prefecture, City of Kawachi, Fujikawa district, the Michi no Mikasa Shrine is dedicated to the deity of roads and highways, Kamakura-ga-Hakama-no-Kami. It enshrines a number of deities from Japanese mythology including Inari Okami, Hachiman Okami, and Yamatsumi Okami. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as an important stopping point for travelers on the Odawara-Nagoya road.

白山神社

白山神社

神奈川県 · 小田原市

White Mountain Shrine, located in the heart of Odawara City, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of Mount Fuji, the highest peak in Japan. With its rich history dating back to the Heian period, the shrine has served as a major pilgrimage site for centuries. The shrine's architecture reflects the traditional style of Japanese shrines, with a distinctive white-painted gate and a tranquil atmosphere that invites visitors to connect with nature.

太神宮

太神宮

神奈川県 · 小田原市

The Taishogū Shrine, dedicated to the Sun Goddess Amaterasu, is one of Japan's oldest and most revered Shinto shrines. Located in Kanagawa Prefecture, it has been an important spiritual center for over 1,000 years. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period style, with a unique blend of traditional and modern elements. Visitors can experience the serene atmosphere and rich history of this sacred site.

太神宮

太神宮

神奈川県 · 小田原市

Located in Kamakura, the Taikomiya Shrine is one of Japan's oldest Shinto shrines, dating back to the Heian period (794-1185 CE). Dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu, it is also known as the 'Taikomiya,' meaning 'great shrine of the sun.' The shrine complex features a large vermilion torii gate and a beautiful garden. Visitors can experience the tranquil atmosphere of the shrine by walking through the serene grounds.

三島神社

三島神社

神奈川県 · 小田原市

Located in the scenic town of Odawara, Kanagawa Prefecture, the San'ishi Shrine is a revered Shinto site dedicated to the worship of the sun goddess Amaterasu Omikami and the storm god Susanoo-no-kami. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical ties to the Edo period, with a traditional Japanese-style gaien courtyard and a wooden torii gate. Visitors can experience the shrine's tranquil atmosphere and rich history by strolling through the beautifully manicured gardens and observing the traditional Shinto rituals in action.

加茂神社 社殿

加茂神社 社殿

神奈川県 · 小田原市

Addo Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Odawara, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. The shrine was dedicated to the kami of fortune and prosperity. Its current name reflects its historical connection to the neighboring city of Kamakura. The shrine's wooden structure dates back to the Heian period, but it has undergone several renovations over the years.

佐軍神

佐軍神

神奈川県 · 小田原市

The Sāmoryūjin Shrine, located in Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture, is dedicated to the deity of warfare and justice, Sama-no-Okami. While its origins are unclear, it's believed to have been built during the Edo period (1603-1867). The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design, with a rectangular vermilion gate and a large torii gate. It's said that Sama-no-Okami, also known as Sama-no-Tsurugi, was revered by the samurai class for his protection and guidance in battle.

八幡神社

八幡神社

神奈川県 · 小田原市

八幡神社

八幡神社

神奈川県 · 小田原市

浅間神社 社殿

浅間神社 社殿

神奈川県 · 小田原市

浅間神社

浅間神社

神奈川県 · 小田原市

熊野神社 拝殿

熊野神社 拝殿

神奈川県 · 小田原市

Koedo Shrine, located in small-town Odawara, Kamakura Prefecture, was constructed during the late Heian period (11th century) and built by the legendary warrior Minamoto no Yoritomo's mother, Nakako. The shrine is famous for its large wooden torii gate, which can accommodate a dozen cars at once, a testament to its historical significance. Dedicated to the Shinto deity Susanoo-no-Mikoto, who destroyed the Sun Goddess Amaterasu’s brother, it has become a place of great worship and pilgrimage.

熊野神社

熊野神社

神奈川県 · 小田原市

Ninna-ji Temple's lesser-known cousin, Kamakura's Bear Park Shrine (Ko no Hachiman Shrine) is a tranquil oasis in the heart of small-town Kamakura. Dedicated to Hachiman, the Shinto god of war and patron deity of Samurai, this shrine honors his role as a protector and guardian. Founded during the Heian period, it showcases traditional Japanese architecture with a unique blend of Buddhist and Shinto elements.

津島神社

津島神社

神奈川県 · 小田原市

Tsushima Shrine, located in Odawara, Kanagawa Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the Kami of Tsushima Island. The shrine's history dates back to the Kamakura period, with records of its existence dating back to the 13th century. Over time, the shrine has evolved and been rebuilt several times, with the current structure dating back to the Edo period.

酒匂神社 社殿

酒匂神社 社殿

神奈川県 · 小田原市

Located in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, Sōgūjinsha (Sugō Shrine) is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deity Sugō Ō no Okami, a powerful kami associated with the sea and rice agriculture. Founded in 1846, the shrine's architecture reflects traditional Edo-style design, featuring a tiled roof and vermilion walls. Visitors can explore the shrine's main hall, a beautiful garden, and the nearby Kita-no-yashiro (North Shrine), which offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

三島神社 社殿

三島神社 社殿

神奈川県 · 小田原市

Located in the city of Odawara, Kanagawa Prefecture, the Shima Shrine is a renowned Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of prosperity, good fortune, and longevity. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design with a five-story pagoda and beautiful gardens. Visitors can explore the shrine's grounds, which include several shops and restaurants selling local specialties.

稲荷社

稲荷社

神奈川県 · 小田原市

Located in the historic city of Odawara, Okunoin Shrine is dedicated to the rice goddess Inari Okami. The shrine complex encompasses a scenic pond and tranquil gardens, reflecting the serene atmosphere of ancient Japanese culture. Built during the Kamakura period, the shrine's architecture has undergone several transformations, with its current structure dating back to the Edo era.

阿夫利神社本社

阿夫利神社本社

神奈川県 · 伊勢原市

阿夫利神社下社

阿夫利神社下社

神奈川県 · 伊勢原市

三柱神社

三柱神社

神奈川県 · 相模原市

The Sanzoku-jinsha Shrine, located in Samewa-ku, Yokohama City, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the three powerful deities of the samurai class. The shrine's primary kami, Minamoto no Yoshitsune and Hisamitsu, as well as the legendary Minamoto no Munetaka, are enshrined here. Visitors can observe the shrine's impressive main hall and learn about its history at the adjacent Sanzoku-jinsha Museum.

中ツ原稲荷神社

中ツ原稲荷神社

神奈川県 · 座間市

栗原神社

栗原神社

神奈川県 · 座間市

山王神社

山王神社

神奈川県 · 座間市

天社神社

天社神社

神奈川県 · 山北町

Located in the town of Yamikata, Kanagawa Prefecture, Tenjōshōjin-sha is a small Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of the sea and fishing, Otohime-sama. The shrine's architecture reflects its coastal location, with a wooden torii gate and a simple yet elegant main hall. Visitors can walk along the scenic coastline and enjoy stunning views of Sagami Bay.