市杵島神社

Ichikishima Shrine

Japanese Name市杵島神社
English NameIchikishima Shrine
PrefectureNara
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityIchikishimahime-no-Mikoto
TypeBenzaiten Shrine
Coordinates34.5188706, 135.7989566

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About this Shrine

A shrine dedicated to Ichikishimahime-no-Mikoto, one of the three goddess sisters born from the conflict between Amaterasu and Susanoo. The deity is associated with water, beauty, and good fortune, and is often syncretized with the Buddhist goddess Benzaiten.

Cultural Significance

Ichikishimahime-no-Mikoto is one of the three Munakata goddesses revered for protection of seafarers and maritime activities. The deity became closely associated with Benzaiten through Buddhist-Shinto syncretism, making these shrines popular for prayers regarding beauty, arts, and financial prosperity.

Enshrined Deities

Ichikishimahime-no-Mikoto

Location

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