Okinokojima Shrine
沖ノ神島神社
Ancient shrine on a remote island, known for its unique rock formation and historical significance.
What it is
- One of the oldest shrines in the Goto Islands.
- Founded in 704, branched from Jinokojima Shrine.
- Dedicated to Kamishima Daimyojin, Shijiki, and Shichiro Daimyojin.
- Designated an Important Cultural Landscape in 2011.
What to see
- Oiiwa, a strange rock formation behind the main hall.
- Oiiwa is 24m high and 12m wide.
- Hizen-style torii gate, built in 1680.
- Shrine built on a slope over 200m high.
- Yamagoe Sando, a mountain path to Nozaki village.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
長崎県北松浦郡小値賀町野崎郷 Open in Google Maps
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