Motonosumi Shrine

What it is

• Established in 1955 after a white fox appeared.
• Dedicated to business prosperity and good catches.
• Also known for good matches and safe sea travel.
• Privately owned, not a religious corporation.

What to see

• 123 red torii gates line a path over 100 meters.
• Gates were donated over 10 years starting 1987.
• Selected by CNN in 2015 as one of Japan's 31 most beautiful places.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.