A–Z directory

茂侶神社

Japanese Name茂侶神社
PrefectureIbaraki
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityTosa-no-Mi
Coordinates35.8704901, 139.9087784

⛩ AI-enriched content

About this Shrine

Tosa no Mimi Shrine, located in the coastal town of Kashima in Ibaraki Prefecture, is dedicated to the Shinto god Tosa-no-Mimi. As a coastal shrine, it is closely tied to the sea and its bounty. The shrine's architecture reflects this connection, with a distinctive curved roofline evoking the waves of the ocean. Visitors can enjoy stunning views of Kashima Bay from the shrine's grounds.

Cultural Significance

Tosa-no-Mimi is often invoked by fishermen and coastal communities for protection from storms and good catches. Visitors can also experience traditional coastal festivals, such as the Kashima Bay Star Festival in autumn.

Enshrined Deities

Tosa-no-Mi

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

Be sure to visit the shrine at low tide to see the tidal pools and unique rock formations along the shoreline.

History

The shrine was built in the Edo period (1603-1867) during the reign of Tokugawa Iemochi.

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

Japan In Pixels

A pixel art map of Japanese culture — coming 2027

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.