Shomogu Shrine

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Quietly standing on a hill overlooking Katsumoto Port in Iki City, "Shomogu" is a highly venerable and prestigious ancient shrine with deep history dating back to mythological eras, where Empress Jingu reportedly stopped during her three-kingdom expedition. The heavy wooden shrine buildings and the absolute silence of surrounding trees hundreds of years old envelop you in a sacred, pure atmosphere that cleanses all mental clutter the moment you step inside. Infused also with turbulent historical romance characteristic of a border island—such as the castle gate of "Katsumoto Castle" constructed by Toyotomi Hideyoshi during his Korean campaigns being relocated here—it is captivating. Listening to distant, calm waves of the port while folding hands in silent prayer is a special travel experience to touch the deep roots of Japanese spiritual culture.

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Iki City Tourism Federation

Shomogu Shrine

Address
554-2 Katsumotocho Katsumotoura, Iki City, Nagasaki Prefecture
Website
https://www.ikikankou.com/spot/10204
Operator
Sadamogu Shrine

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