Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
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Okama Shrine
御釜神社
/ Okama Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 JPY
Access
5 min walk
Hours
Open daily
Overview
Okama Shrine is an auxiliary shrine of the Shiogama Shrine complex, housing sacred iron cauldrons (okama) used in ancient salt-making rituals. The water level in these cauldrons is traditionally said to predict earthquakes and tsunamis.
Enshrined Deities
⛩
primary Deity
Wise deity of salt, sea, and navigation; guided Hoori to Watatsumi's underwater palace; advisor to Emperor Jimmu's eastern campaign
Blessings
Shrine Network
Independent branch
Head shrine: Shiogama Shrine
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
38.3166, 141.0211
Physical Address
6-1 Honcho, Shiogama, Miyagi
宮城県塩竈市本町6-1
Historical Province
Mutsu (Rikuzen)
Access
Hon-Shiogama Station (JR Senseki Line)
5 min walk
Hours
Open daily
Best Times to Visit
summer
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Okama Shrine?
Okama Shrine is an auxiliary shrine of the Shiogama Shrine complex, housing sacred iron cauldrons (okama) used in ancient salt-making rituals. The water level in these cauldrons is traditionally said to predict earthquakes and tsunamis.
Where is Okama Shrine located?
Okama Shrine is located in Shiogama, Miyagi. The full address is: 6-1 Honcho, Shiogama, Miyagi.