Kameishi Jinja Shrine

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Located near the Mizushima district of Okayama City, this unique shrine worships a giant turtle-shaped rock as its divine object. This "Turtle Rock" has a myth that a turtle that guided Emperor Jimmu when he crossed the sea turned into stone. It is deeply worshipped by local people as a deity for maritime safety and longevity, and its mysterious formation has an impact you won't forget once seen. It symbolizes an original form of Japanese faith where various gods dwell in natural objects (rocks and trees), ideal for travelers who want to enjoy both mysterious legends and quiet seaside atmosphere.

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【亀石神社】～空旅時間～ 岡山市を感じるスカイウォーク

【亀石神社】～空旅時間～ 岡山市を感じるスカイウォーク

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Kameishi Jinja Shrine

Address
Suimon-cho, Higashi-ku, Okayama-shi, Okayama
Website
https://www.okayama-kanko.net/
Operator
Okayama City Tourism and Convention Association

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