Shikau-mi Shrine
志賀海神社
/ Shikaumi Jinja
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
The three Watatsumi sea deities: Bottom (Sokotsu), Middle (Nakatsuru), and Surface (Uwatsu); associated with the Sumiyoshi three shrines
Blessings
Shrine Network
Did You Know?
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
Historical Province
Chikuzen / Chikugo / Buzen
Access
Saitozaki Station (JR Kashii Line)
Hours
24 hours
Bus
Bus from Saitozaki Station, ~30 min
Why This Shrine
On the island where Japan's most famous gold seal was found.
Learn More About Shinto Shrines
Background reading for visitors and pilgrims.
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.