Sacred Sites of Japan

This collection features significant religious sites across the Tokyo Bay region, spanning Kanagawa and Chiba prefectures. It includes ancient Shinto shrines like Honmoku, known for its maritime rituals, and historical Buddhist temples such as Shojoji, the setting for famous Japanese folklore. The list highlights regional architectural heritage, ranging from the Tendai sect's Daishoji to the Hira Mosque, reflecting the diverse spiritual landscape of the coastal areas surrounding the capital.

鹿島神社

A Shinto shrine in Yokosuka dedicated to the deity Takemikazuchi, a god of thunder and swords.

富岡八幡宮

Located in Yokohama's Kanazawa Ward, this Shinto shrine is historically classified as a village shrine.

Shojoji Temple

A Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-ha temple in Kisarazu, famous as the setting for the traditional 'Tanuki-bayashi' drumming legend.

飯香岡八幡宮

This Ichihara shrine is the namesake for the Yawata district and is recognized as one of Chiba's top 100 heritage sites.

金龍院

Buddhist temple located in the Kanazawa Ward of Yokohama.

染王寺

Buddhist temple situated in the coastal Kanazawa area of Yokohama.

大聖寺

A temple of the Tendai sect located in the Tsurumi Ward of Yokohama.

亀の子石

A small Shinto shrine located in the Honmoku area of Yokohama.

Honmoku Shrine

A Shinto shrine in Yokohama famous for the 'Oma-nagashi' ritual, where straw horse figures are cast into the sea to ward off misfortune.

Hitomi Shrine

Situated on a hilltop in Kimitsu, this shrine offers views over Tokyo Bay and the surrounding landscape.

埋立稲荷

An Inari shrine located in the Tsurumi district, historically associated with reclaimed land.

Hira Masjid (Gyotoku Mosque)

Hira Mosque is a mosque in Ichikawa, Chiba Prefecture, Japan.