Mizuwakasu Shrine

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Mizuwakasu Shrine, Shinto shrine in Okinoshima, Japan.

Located in the Goka area of Dogo Island, Mizuwakasu Shrine features a main hall constructed in 1795 with a distinctive thatched roof and traditional architecture.

The shrine, documented in ancient texts like Shoku Nihongi, received recognition as a Myojin Taisha in 927 and maintains its position as the highest-ranked shrine of Oki Province.

The shrine organizes a major festival on May 3rd during even years, featuring horseback archery, Shinto dances, and processions with floats pulled by local families.

Visitors can reach the shrine by taking a bus from Saigo port, traveling approximately 13 kilometers north through the island to access this cultural property.

The building combines three architectural styles: Yuiitsu Shinmei-zukuri at the front, Taisha-zukuri for the roof, and Kasuga-zukuri for the pent roof.

Location: Okinoshima

Architectural style: Oki-zukuri

Address: 723, Kōri, Okinoshima-chō, Oki-gun, Shimane prefecture 685-0311 685-0311

GPS coordinates: 36.28022,133.24906

Latest update: May 25, 2025 08:37

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