Kanpei Shōsha

Shikau-mi Shrine

志賀海神社

/ Shikaumi Jinja

Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
¥300
Access
See details
Hours
24 hours

Overview

Located on Shikanoshima — the island where Japan's most famous archaeological artifact, the gold seal of the King of Na (57 CE), was discovered. The shrine is the head of the Azumi (Watatsumi) clan's sea-deity worship.

Enshrined Deities

Watatsumi Sanjin
primary Deity

Blessings

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Did You Know?

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Shikanoshima is where the gold seal 'King of Na of Wa in Han' — one of Japan's most important archaeological discoveries — was unearthed in 1784.

Source: documented

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

33.6689, 130.3508

Physical Address

877 Shikanoshima, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka 811-0323

〒811-0323 福岡県福岡市東区志賀島877

Access

Saitozaki Station (JR Kashii Line)

Hours

24 hours

Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.

Frequently Asked Questions

Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team

What is Shikau-mi Shrine?

Located on Shikanoshima — the island where Japan's most famous archaeological artifact, the gold seal of the King of Na (57 CE), was discovered. The shrine is the head of the Azumi (Watatsumi) clan's sea-deity worship.

Where is Shikau-mi Shrine located?

Shikau-mi Shrine is located in Fukuoka, Fukuoka. The full address is: 877 Shikanoshima, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka 811-0323.

What deities are enshrined at Shikau-mi Shrine?

The enshrined deities are: watatsumi sanjin.