Sumiyoshi Shrine
住吉神社
Sumiyoshi Shrine is a historic maritime guardian with Japan's oldest lighthouse, worth visiting for its unique heritage.
What it is
- Founded in 1071 by Kikuchi Noritaka.
- Dedicated to maritime safety as a guardian deity.
- Rebuilt in 1673 after being lost in the Sengoku period.
- Revered as one of the three great shrines of Higo.
What to see
- Tall lantern dedicated by Hosokawa Nobunori.
- Lantern is considered Japan's oldest lighthouse.
- Monument for Kathleen Mary Drew-Baker, erected in 1963.
When to go
- Drew Festival is held annually on April 14th.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
熊本県宇土市住吉町2067 Open in Google Maps
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