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Ishifune Shrine
村上市岩船三日市９−２９
A shrine listed in the Engishiki (a 10th-century codex) located in Murakami City, Niigata Prefecture. During the Meiji era, it was the first shrine in Niigata Prefecture to be designated as a Kenya (Prefectural Shrine) under the modern shrine ranking system. Situated on the southern foothills of Mount Meikami, it holds strong significance as a deity of maritime transportation.
Enshrined deities
Nigihayahi-no-Mikoto, Takaokami-no-Kami (dragon deity of water)
History
It is said to have been founded before the 4th year of the Taika era (648 CE) and already existed when the Iwafune Barrier was established. In the 2nd year of the Dōtō era (807 CE), Akishino Yasuhito built the shrine buildings and enshrined a branch spirit of Kifune Shrine. In the 4th year of the Shōtoku era (1714 CE), the shrine was granted the high priestly rank of Shōichi-i (First Rank).
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What visitors say
Located on a small, elevated hill near the sea, the shrine grounds offer a panoramic view of the Sea of Japan. A beautiful landscape stretches out beyond the torii gate, and a parking lot is available. Goshuin (shrine calligraphic seal stamps) can be obtained in the form of pre-written copies at the priest's residence, following the instructions at the shrine office.
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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