A–Z directory

小手島五社大明神

Japanese Name小手島五社大明神
PrefectureKagawa
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityFuku-nokami (god of agriculture)
Coordinates34.3781373, 133.6452996

⛩ AI-enriched content

About this Shrine

Located on a small island in the Seto Inland Sea, small-hand Island Five Deities Great Shintoism is one of Japan's oldest shrines, with evidence of worship dating back to the 7th century. The shrine is dedicated to the five primary kami: Kotoshiro-nokami (god of agriculture), Irohmaru-no-Okami (god of water), Asonanukahiko-no-kami (god of fire), Inari-o-no-kami (goddess of rice and industry), and Mochizuki-no-okami (god of fertility). The shrine's architecture is characteristic of the Kofuku style, with a main hall and several smaller shrines. Visitors can explore the serene island surroundings and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere.

Cultural Significance

The shrine is closely associated with local folklore and myths, particularly those related to the gods of rice and fertility. Visitors can attend the annual May 15th festival to celebrate the shrine's patron deity.

Enshrined Deities

Kotoshiro-nokami Irohmaru-no-Okami Asonanukahiko-no-kami Inari-o-no-kami Mochizuki-no-okami

Location

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors

Spot an error?

This shrine data is sourced from OpenStreetMap. You can submit a correction or edit it on OpenStreetMap.

Shrine data © OpenStreetMap contributors, under the Open Database License.

Browse shrines by prefecture

Jump to Shinto shrines across Japan — 108 prefectures in our directory.

Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

To fully experience the shrine's natural beauty, arrive at dawn or dusk to witness the golden light on the small-hand Island landscape.

History

Founded in the early Heian period, circa 7th century.

A-Z Creatures
Learn Japanese

Japanese Culture Network

Japanese Wood Joints

Ancient joinery techniques of Japanese master craftsmen

ShrinePuzzle

Directory of Japanese board games and traditional games

Kohibou

Japanese coffee culture — kissaten, third wave and brewing guides

E2Japan

Explore Japan's landmarks, shrines and hidden locations

The 725 Club

SNES and Super Famicom collection tracker

Spaceship Adventures

Hoshi no Isan — a Japanese-aesthetic space RPG in development

Uptown Zero

Pixel art life sim MMO — start at zero, build your life

Book Fairy Tales

AI-powered educational stories for kids

CSSKitsune

Japanese-aesthetic design tokens & AI-ready UI prompts

Shinto Wisdom app icon
Free App · No Ads · Offline

Shinto Wisdom Daily Practice

by 10k Game Studio

Every day, one teaching. One moment of stillness.
Kanji, meaning, and a quiet reflection — rooted in the philosophy behind Japan's forests, seasons, and sacred silences.

結び Musubi 清め Harae 自然 Shizen 間 Ma 誠 Makoto + 45 more
Get it on Google Play

Explore 297+ yōkai, oni, kami, and spirits — plus one of the largest English-language Shinto shrine directories on the web.

Explore
Popular Yokai
Popular Shrines

Content Warning: This website explores Japanese folklore and mythological beings—including yokai, oni, and other supernatural entities—that may be frightening to younger audiences or sensitive viewers. All material is presented for educational and cultural appreciation only. Viewer discretion is advised.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to preview content before sharing it with children. By continuing to use JapaneseMythicalCreatures.com, you acknowledge and accept this advisory.

Copyright © 2026 Japanese Mythical Creatures • All Rights Reserved.