Yurahime Shrine
由良比女神社
Yurahime Shrine is an ancient shrine dedicated to a sea goddess, known for its unique squid-gathering beach.
What it is
- Ancient Shikinaisha and Ichinomiya of Oki Province.
- Dedicated to Susserihime-no-Mikoto, also Yurahime Okami.
- Original deity was Watasu-no-Kami, a sea god.
- Designated government-recognized shrine in 842.
What to see
- Main hall built in 1889.
- Main hall is a designated tangible cultural property.
- Ikayose-no-hama beach in front of the shrine.
When to go
- October to February for annual squid gathering at the beach.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
島根県隠岐郡西ノ島町浦郷922 Open in Google Maps
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