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Mekuragi Shrine
〒891-0603 鹿児島県指宿市開聞十町１３６６
Known as the Ichinomiya (head shrine) of Satsuma Province, this historic shrine has long been revered by the Imperial Court, the Shimazu clan, and the Ryukyu Kingdom.
Enshrined deities
Ketsumimiko-no-Okami (Kumano), Ichikishimahime-no-Mikoto
History
According to shrine tradition, it was founded in the Age of the Gods and is recorded in the San Dai Jitsuroku (Three Veritable Records) and the Engishiki (a 10th-century codex). It has long been respected by the Imperial Court and the Shimazu clan as the head shrine of Satsuma Province. In 1871 (Meiji 4), it was designated as a Kokhei-sho (minor state shrine). It also has a history of being honored by the kings of Ryukyu for its divine power to ensure safe voyages.
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What visitors say
This shrine offers a bright and open atmosphere with Mount Kaimon in the background. The grounds are flat, and there is a free parking lot along the national highway and beside the precincts that can accommodate dozens of cars, as well as restrooms. Goshuin (calligraphic seal stamps) are available either handwritten on the spot or pre-printed.
Opening hours
- Monday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Tuesday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Wednesday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Thursday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Friday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Saturday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Sunday: 8:00 – 17:00
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