Mishima Shrine
三嶋神社
Mishima Shrine in Kyoto grants safe childbirth, with unique eel messengers and seasonal festivals.
What it is
- Established by Emperor Go-Shirakawa.
- Dedicated to Oyamatsumi-no-kami and Konohanasakuya-hime-no-mikoto.
- Believed to grant children and safe childbirth.
- Protects the birth and growth of all living things.
What to see
- The messenger of the gods is the eel.
- Shrine has three divine virtues: earth, fire, and water.
When to go
- Hatsuu-sai festival on the first Day of the Dog in January.
- Eels released during spring Hojo-e ceremonies.
- Eels released during autumn Hojo-e ceremonies.
Getting there
- Nearest bus stop is Umamachi.
- 5-minute walk from Umamachi bus stop.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
京都府京都市東山区渋谷街道東大路通東入上馬町三丁目 Open in Google Maps
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