ITSUKUSHIMA SHINTO
SHRINE
Itsukushima Shinto Shrine is the spirit that protects Kushiro.
The ocean spreads vastly outward and in the distance are Mt. Akan, together carving the history of Kushiro.
The History of
Itsukushima Shinto Shrine
About 1805, for the sake of fishery safety and fishing success, we invited Princess Mikoto from the Itsukushima Shinto Shrine in Hiroshima through the dividing of spirits. Since that time, fishing success continued, as an effect villages were built around the shrine and Kushiro developed as a city of fishery.
Itsukushima Shinto Shrine
First Torii
Inari Shrine
Ryujin Shrine
Ontokuinari Shrine
Kushiro Gokoku Shrine
Stroke lion
Buddha statue
(ENKUUBUTSU)
Information about
Itsukushima Shinto
Shrine's Grounds
In the the center of the grounds lies the worship hall with its distinct vermillion roof, which was constructed in 1952. On the right hand side of the worship hall there is the "Kushiro Gokoku Shrine" that enshrines the spirits of the deceased who have died in war. On the left hand side you will find the Ontoku Inari Shrine, Inari Shrine, and Ryujin Shrine.
Gods That Take Rest At
Itsukushima Shrine
In this shrine, Princess Mikoto of Itchikishima is the primary God, and six other Pillars (Pillars: a unit that counts the God's of Japan) are worshipped. All of them having moved from mainland Japan to Kushiro. Emigrants who came from mainland Japan were envolved in city planning and invited the spirit from the the original shrines through dividing of the shrines Diety.
| Princess Mikoto of Ichikishima | Diety originating from Itsukushima Shinto Shrine in Hiroshima prefecture where the famous Red Tori Arch floats in the sea. The benefits are maritime safety, fishing success, wisdom, goodwill, entertainment, and trade success. |
|---|---|
| Akan OOkami | The God of the sacred mountain, Mt. Akan and Mt. Akanake, representing the God of the Ainu. |
| Inari OOkami | The God of trade and plentiful harvest. |
| Kotohira OOkami | Brought from the Kagawa prefecture, Kohira Shrine brings about maritime safety and fishing success. |
| Akiba OOkami | Brought from the Shizuoka prefecture Akiba Shrine, brings about protection from evil spirits, domestic safety, and trade success. |
| Watatsumi OOkami | The God of maritime safety and fishing success. |
| Sarutahiko OOkami | Ancient Japanese God of the Earth, the actor god. |
Experience Tranditional
Japanese Culture
We have Japanese culture experience plans. If you want to experience these,please book by E-mail one week in advance.
Mail to: info@kushiro-itsukushimajinja.com
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Dressing of Kimono
formal Sanpai
(whorship)
Take a picture with MIKO
SADO
(Japanese tea ceremony)
KOTO
(Japanese stringed instruments)
Appreciate Japanese dolls
1. Formal Sanpai(whorship) at shrine & Take a picture with MIKO & Try on KIMONO
- The minimum amount of running guest is "2" people.
- Price: 7,500YEN (or 75USD) per person
- The time it takes to do is about 60 minutes
- 9:00 - 17：00 Every day ※ Reservation is required
2. Formal Sanpai(whorship) at shrine & Take a picture with MIKO&Try on KIMONO + Experience SADO（Japanese Tea Celemony) & Play "KOTO"(Japanese stringed instruments)&Appreciate Japanese dolls(HINA NINGYO/GOGATSU NINGYO)
- The minimum amount of running guest is "5" people.
- Price: 10,000YEN (or 100USD) per person
- The time it takes to do is about 90 minutes
- 9:00 - 17：00 Every day ※ Reservation is required