Sumiyoshi Shrine

Place of worship • 470-1 Ashibechō Sumiyoshihigashifure, Iki, Nagasaki 811-5742, Japan

4.2(179 reviews)

Here is my proposed article about the Sumiyoshi Shinto Shrine on Iki Island, Nagasaki:

The Serenity of the Ancient Sumiyoshi Shrine, Sacred Jewel of Iki Island

A Sanctuary of Tranquility steeped in History

Nestled in the verdant heart of Iki Island, the venerable precinct of the Sumiyoshi Shrine houses an invaluable historical and spiritual treasure. Erected over 1500 years ago, this Shinto sanctuary exudes an aura of peaceful serenity, subtly imbued with the proud bravery of the legendary Empress Jingū's warrior exploits.

The Protective Deities of Sailors and Fertility

According to tradition, it was upon her triumphant return from military campaigns in Korea that Jingū, moved by the graces received, built this shrine to venerate the three Sumiyoshi deities. These kami are tasked with watching over navigation, agriculture, and purification through water.

A Peaceful Haven shaped by Nature

The layout of the site reflects a perfect harmony with its natural surroundings. A path of stepping stones leads you to the elegant wooden torii gate of venerable age. Majestic groves of ancient trees cast a refreshing shade over the sacred precinct, where the murmur of the sacred pond creates an atmosphere conducive to contemplation.

On auspicious days, the melodious sounds of shakuhachi (traditional flutes) and the graceful movements of Shinto sacred dances lend the shrine an atmosphere of rare contemplative beauty.

A Slice of History nestled in the heart of the Island

Beyond its religious significance, the Sumiyoshi-jinja stands out as a high cultural heritage site and a privileged witness of Iki's rich history. Major archaeological discoveries linked to the venerated pond, such as the 17 sacred mirrors dating back to the Edo period.

A veritable cultural gem nestled in the heart of this bucolic island, the Sumiyoshi Shrine will immerse you in a bubble of tranquility and communion with the forces of nature, carried by the millennial breath of an ancient sacred heritage.

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Reviews

5(7 years ago)

Navi Iki

Iki Kagura Unlike kagura (Shinto ceremony-derived dance and music) ol other locales. Iki Kagura remains a highly sacred ritualistic art. in which dance and music performances are restricted to Shinto clerics. Designated an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property by the Japanese government.Association tor the Preservation ol Iki Kagura

4(5 years ago)

Keiko Kant

This is a place for Iki-gakura which is the old traditional and historic god-worshipping dance. Noted on my wonder-tips site.

3(a year ago)

Mats Omashi

Im not yet been here… I went Sumiyoshi shrine in meinohama…

5(3 weeks ago)

Ken Smy

Stop by when traveling to Iki It is said to be one of Japan's four major Sumiyoshis, and is also said to be Japan's first Sumiyoshi. The precincts, surrounded by giant trees, had an atmosphere befitting a historic shrine. It's charming, or rather, it has a unique face, and it doesn't give off an ``ah-un'' feeling. A rare guardian dog. Is it unusual that the material is marble? Other than that, as a memorandum ■Sumiyoshi Shrine (2024/05/04) Shikinai Shrine (Meishin Taisha) Former company rank: Kokuhei Chusha Enshrined deity: Sumiyoshi Okami ・Sotsutsu no Omikoto ・Nakatsutsuo no Mikoto ・Uwatsutsu no Omikoto According to the shrine's legend, Empress Jingu, who conquered the Three Koreas under the protection of Sumiyoshi Omikami, landed in present-day Oura-no-Sho, Gonoura-cho, Iki City on her way back and enshrined the three gods. It is called "Japan's first Sumiyoshi Shrine"). After that, it was moved to its current location by an oracle. In the ``Engishiki Shinmyocho,'' it is listed as Meishin Taisha. Other shrines also call themselves Nagasaki Prefecture's first shrine. In May 1871, it was elevated to Kokuhei Chusha, making it the only government shrine in Iki. It is so famous that it is called one of Japan's four major Sumiyoshi shrines, along with Osaka's Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine, Shimonoseki, and Fukuoka's Sumiyoshi Shrine. Every December, a large performance of Kagura is dedicated as the finale of the Iki Kagura festival, and many tourists visit to see this important intangible cultural property of the country, which has a history of 700 years. It is also said that if men go counterclockwise and women go clockwise around the couple's camphor tree in the shrine grounds, they will be blessed with a good match.

3(6 months ago)

おんせん県

The main hall had been rebuilt, and the pillars were beautiful. When I went there, a mikoshi happened to come out and something like a dedication festival was being held.It is a place in Iki where you can feel the history.

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