Shikaumi Shrine
A shrine dedicated to three sea deities, with festivals held throughout the year and a historic Korean bell.
Basic information｜Shikaumi Shrine
A shrine dedicated to three sea deities, with festivals held throughout the year and a historic Korean bell.
Details
- Opening hours
- Mon05:30–17:30Tue05:30–17:30Wed05:30–17:30Thu05:30–17:30Fri05:30–17:30Sat05:30–17:30Sun05:30–17:30
- Business status
- Open
- Official website
- Link
- Phone
- +81 92-603-6501
- Wheelchair accessible
- No
Traveler highlights
Shikaumi Shrine stands on a coastal rise in southeastern Shikanoshima and enshrines the three Watatsumi deities, linking it closely to maritime faith. Its traditions are associated with the Azumi clan, and generations have prayed here for safe voyages, favorable tides and life at sea. Historic bells, stone pagodas and other cultural assets remain on the grounds, alongside annual festivals. During the Mekari rite at dawn on New Year’s Day of the lunar calendar, priests gather wakame at low tide and offer it to the deities, praying for safe passage and a good catch. The ritual is designated an Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Fukuoka Prefecture. A visit reveals how Shikanoshima’s island faith is rooted in its relationship with the sea.
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