Itsukushima Shrine, Shinto shrine in Hatsukaichi, Japan.
The shrine consists of multiple wooden buildings connected by covered walkways that extend over the water, creating a continuous structure above the sea.
Founded in 593 AD by Saeki no Kuramoto, the shrine received significant enhancements during the 12th century under Taira no Kiyomori's patronage.
The shrine dedicates worship to three sea deities: Ichikishimahime, Tagorihime, and Tagitsuhime, representing the connection between land and ocean.
Visitors reach the shrine by ferry from Miyajimaguchi Station, with admission fees of 300 yen for adults and 200 yen for high school students.
The shrine features a large torii gate standing in seawater, which changes appearance between high and low tides throughout each day.
Location: Hatsukaichi
Inception: 593
Founders: Saeki no Kuramoto
Architectural style: Shinden-zukuri
Address: 1-1 Miyajima-chō, Hatsukaichi-shi, Hiroshima-ken, 739-0588 739-0588 739-0588
Website: https://itsukushimajinja.jp
GPS coordinates: 34.29583,132.31972
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:59
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