Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Myojin-taisha
Watatsu Shrine
度津神社
/ Watatsu Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 yen
Access
See details
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Overview
Watatsu Jinja on Sado Island is one of Niigata Prefecture's most ancient shrines, enshrining the sea deity Watatsumi-no-Mikoto. Listed in the Engishiki (927 CE) with the rank of Shikinaisha, it served as Sado Province's chief shrine (ichinomiya). The shrine's location on the island's northern cape reflects its historical role as a guardian of maritime passage between Sado and the mainland.
History
927
Listed in the Engishiki as a Shikinaisha shrine of Sado Province.
Enshrined Deities
⛩
primary Deity
God of trees, forests, and timber; son of Susanoo who brought tree seeds from Korea to plant across Japan
Blessings
Shrine Network
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
37.8474, 138.2864
Physical Address
550-4 Hamochi Iioka, Sado-shi, Niigata
新潟県佐渡市羽茂飯岡550-4
Historical Province
Sado Province
Access
Ryotsu Port (ferry from Niigata)
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Bus
Bus from Sawata to Hamochi area
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 Watatsu Shrine?
Watatsu Jinja on Sado Island is one of Niigata Prefecture's most ancient shrines, enshrining the sea deity Watatsumi-no-Mikoto. Listed in the Engishiki (927 CE) with the rank of Shikinaisha, it served as Sado Province's chief shrine (ichinomiya). The shrine's location on the island's northern cape reflects its historical role as a guardian of maritime passage between Sado and the mainland.
Where is Watatsu Shrine located?
Watatsu Shrine is located in Sado-shi, Niigata. The full address is: 550-4 Hamochi Iioka, Sado-shi, Niigata.