Shrines in Okinawa

Okinawa Shrine and Futenma-gū are among the 15 shrines in Okinawa Prefecture. Shrines in Okinawa offer a unique look at local culture and history.

Not sure where to start? Read our guide to the 17 best

Okinawa Shrine

OKINAWA · SHRINE

Okinawa Shrine honors Ryukyuan kings and is built on the historic Shuri Castle site.

Daitōgū

OKINAWA · SHRINE

Daitōgū is a Shinto shrine on Kitadaitōjima island, founded in 1903 and dedicated to Amaterasu Ō...

Daitō Shrine

OKINAWA · SHRINE

A historic shrine on Minamidaito Island dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, featuring unique sumo ma...

Ameku-gū

OKINAWA · SHRINE

Ameku-gū is a historic Shinto shrine in Naha, rebuilt after destruction, worth visiting for its...

Asato Hachimangū

OKINAWA · SHRINE

Visit this historic Okinawan shrine, rebuilt after war, to see unique Ryukyuan religious heritag...

Miyako Shrine

OKINAWA · SHRINE

Japan's southernmost shrine, dedicated to local deities, rebuilt with unique materials.

Futenma-gū

OKINAWA · SHRINE

Visit Okinawa's unique cave shrine, a sacred site with ancient artifacts and natural beauty.

Sueyoshi-gū

OKINAWA · SHRINE

Sueyoshi-gū is a historic Ryukyuan shrine, worth visiting for its cultural significance and uniq...

Oki-no-gū

OKINAWA · SHRINE

Oki-no-gū is a unique Okinawan shrine with a rich history and important deities.

Okinawa Gokoku Shrine

OKINAWA · SHRINE

Okinawa Gokoku Shrine honors war dead from Okinawa and mainland Japan, a significant site for re...

Shikina-gū

OKINAWA · SHRINE

Shikina-gū is a Shinto shrine in Naha, rebuilt after WWII, enshrining Kumano Gongen and other de...

Kin-gū Shrine

OKINAWA · SHRINE

Kin-gū Shrine is an ancient Okinawan shrine with a sacred cave, part of the Ryukyu Hachisha.

Ishika Shrine

OKINAWA · SHRINE

Ishika Shrine is a small, historic Okinawan village shrine with unique concrete structures.

Yomochi Shrine

OKINAWA · SHRINE

Yomochi Shrine honors three historical figures, offering a glimpse into Okinawa's pre-war spirit...

Izumo Taisha Okinawa Bunsha

OKINAWA · SHRINE

Southernmost Izumo Taisha branch, this shrine is known for love and easily accessible.

Senkaku Shrine

OKINAWA · SHRINE

Senkaku Shrine protects the Senkaku Islands and ships, a unique symbol of national resolve.

Naminoue Shrine

OKINAWA · SHRINE

Naminoue Shrine is a significant Okinawan shrine with a scenic hilltop location overlooking Naha...

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