Japanese shrines

Chimori Shrine

地守神社

Kumamoto

Chimori Shrine is a local Shinto shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture that serves as a guardian shrine for the surrounding community. The name 'Chimori' literally means 'earth guardian' or 'land protector,' reflecting its role in safeguarding the local area and its residents.

Daijingu (Grand Shrine)

大神宮

Kumamoto

Daijingu (Grand Shrine)

大神宮

Kumamoto

Daijingu Shrine

大神宮

Kumamoto

A Shinto shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess and supreme deity of the Shinto pantheon. The name 'Daijingu' indicates this shrine serves as a local branch or representation of the Grand Shrine of Ise, bringing the worship of the imperial ancestral deity to the local community.

Daijingu Shrine

大神宮

Kumamoto

A local shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess and principal deity of the Shinto pantheon. The name Daijingu indicates this shrine serves as a regional branch or bunsha of Ise Grand Shrine, bringing the worship of Amaterasu to the local community.

Ebisu

恵比寿

Kumamoto

Ebisu

恵比寿

Kumamoto

Ebisu and Daikokuten

恵比寿・大黒天

Kumamoto

Ebisu Shrine

恵比寿神社

Kumamoto

Ebisu Shrine

恵比寿神社

Kumamoto

Ebisu Shrine

恵比須社

Kumamoto

A local Ebisu shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture dedicated to the fortune deity Ebisu, one of the Seven Lucky Gods. Ebisu shrines are found throughout Japan and are particularly revered by fishermen, merchants, and those seeking prosperity in business and good fortune.

Ebisu Shrine

恵比須神社

Kumamoto

A Shinto shrine dedicated to Ebisu, one of the Seven Lucky Gods, revered as a deity of prosperity, fishing, and commerce. Ebisu shrines are commonly found throughout Japan, serving local communities as places to pray for business success and good fortune.

Fukumakida Shrine

服巻田神社

Kumamoto

Furo Shrine

風浪神社

Kumamoto

Furo Shrine

風浪神社

Kumamoto

Geba Shrine

下馬神社

Kumamoto

A local Shinto shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture whose name literally means 'dismounting shrine,' likely indicating a place where travelers historically dismounted from their horses as a sign of respect.

Gensaku Daimyojin Shrine

源策大明神

Kumamoto

Gion Shrine

祇園神社

Kumamoto

Gion Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Susanoo-no-Mikoto, the storm god and brother of Amaterasu. Part of the extensive network of Gion shrines throughout Japan, it serves as a center for community festivals and prayers for protection from disease and natural disasters.

Hachiman Shrine

八幡神社

Kumamoto

A Hachiman shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture dedicated to the deified Emperor Ojin, revered as the god of war, culture, and divine protection. Hachiman shrines are among the most numerous in Japan, serving local communities as centers of worship and cultural activities.

Hachiman Shrine

八幡神社

Kumamoto

A Hachiman shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture dedicated to the syncretic Shinto-Buddhist deity Hachiman, who serves as protector of warriors and the Japanese people. Hachiman shrines are among the most numerous in Japan, typically enshrining the deified Emperor Ojin along with his mother Empress Jingu and associated female deities.

Hachiman Shrine

八幡神社

Kumamoto

A Hachiman shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture dedicated to the worship of Hachiman, the Shinto deity of war, culture, and divine protection. Hachiman shrines are among the most numerous in Japan, serving as centers for community worship and protection.

Hachiman Shrine

八幡神社

Kumamoto

A Hachiman shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture dedicated to the deified Emperor Ojin. Hachiman shrines are among the most numerous in Japan, serving as centers for worship of the god of war, culture, and divine protection.

Haitaka Shrine

這鷹神社

Kumamoto

Hakozaki Hachiman Shrine

箱崎八幡神社

Kumamoto

A Hachiman shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture dedicated to the deified Emperor Ojin, who is worshipped as the Shinto deity Hachiman. The shrine serves as a center for prayers related to war, culture, and divine protection.