Sunosaki Shrine [Chiba]

【Sunosaki Shrine summary】

Sunosaki Shrine was built in 807 (Daido 2). During the reign of Emperor Jinmu, Ametomi-no-mikoto enshrined a mirror that had belonged to his grandmother, Amebirino-no-mikoto, as a sacred object on Mount Mitarasu (Mt. Mitarasu) when he settled Boso.

The deity of the shrine is Ama-no-Hirino-Me-no-Mikoto.

The shrine has many traditions related to Yaku Kozuno, the founder of Shugendo, suggesting that Suzaki Shrine has long been strongly influenced by the idea of Shintoism and Buddhism and Shugendo.

It is also said that Minamoto no Yoritomo prayed for victory when he fled to Awa after his defeat in the Battle of Ishibashiyama. It is believed that he did this to gain the support of Suzaki Shrine, which once had a great influence on marine traffic in Edo Bay and was one of the centers of Shugendo in the eastern part of Japan.

A branch of the Suzaki Shrine is the Shinagawa Shrine in Tokyo, which was recommended by Minamoto no Yoritomo from the Suzaki Shrine for maritime safety.

Shinagawa Shrine [Tokyo]

【Sunosaki Shrine Zuishinmon】

Zuijimon Gate was built around 1704-1711. Since there is no resident priest at this shrine, there is a GOSHUIN with a note on the left side of the gate, which costs 500 yen.

After passing through the gate, there is a 150-step staircase so steep that you can hardly look up.

【Sunosaki Shrine hall of worship】

Climbing the stairs, you will find yourself in a quiet and tranquil precincts, where you will feel at home. The shrine and temple favored by the Shugendo sect of Buddhism are wonderful and have a sacred atmosphere.

The location is perfect with a view of the Tateyama Sea when looking back.

【Sunosaki Shrine main shrine】

The main shrine was built between 1673 and 1681, but seems to have undergone extensive repairs since the mid-Edo period. It is now designated as a Tangible Cultural Property of Tateyama City.

【Sunosaki Shrine virgin forest】

The natural forest on Mt. Mitarai, where Sunosaki Shrine is located, has been preserved as a natural forest because no axe has ever been put into it as a Shinto sanctuary.

【Sunosaki Shrine Inari Shrine】

It is said that Kichijoin, a branch shrine of Fushimi Inari Taisha, was established in 1772. Uganomitama no Mikoto is enshrined here.

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine [Kyoto]

【Sunosaki Shrine Fujimi Torii】

There is a path next to the Inari Shrine, and as you proceed, you will come to a torii (gateway) where you can see Mt. Unfortunately, we were not able to see Mt. Fuji during our visit, but those who could are lucky!

【Sunosaki Shrine Torii on the beach】

Across the street from the shrine, across the street to the sea, you will see a torii gate.

It was a wonderful place that suited the setting sun. If it is winter when the air is clear, you can see Mt.

【Sunosaki Shrine sacred stone】

It is believed to be one of two stones dedicated to Suzaki Daimyojin from Ryugu Shrine. The other appears to be enshrined at the Awaokuchi Shrine on the Miura Peninsula on the opposite shore.

【Sunosaki Shrine GOSHUIN】

500 yen.

【Sunosaki Shrine Nearby attractions】

Susaki Lighthouse, Okinoshima Park, Awa Shrine

沖ノ島宇賀大明神社（沖ノ島公園）【千葉県】

安房神社【千葉県】

【Sunosaki Shrine Access】

Manager’s Comments

Because the surrounding area is left as a natural forest, the view, nature, and atmosphere are all sacred and wonderful. There are many places of interest, and the ability to worship while feeling the sea breeze is also an attraction. It may be because the access to the shrine is not good or bad that there are few worshippers, but it is an attraction. The road leading to the beach is paved, so it looks like you can drive to the Hamatorii, but there is no place to park and no vehicles are allowed, so please park in the parking lot of the shrine.

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Sunosaki Shrine

1697 Suzaki, Tateyama, Chiba 294-0316

※Free parking available.

Approx. 30 minutes by bus from JR Tateyama Station to Sunosaki Jinja-mae bus stop, then 5 minutes on foot.

参考

洲崎神社

館山市観光協会 –

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