Shiogama Shrine: A striking vermilion torii standing beyond the pond

Shiogama Shrine Shiogama Jinja

Shiogama Shrine is one of Tohoku’s most important historic shrines. Its present buildings were completed in 1704, and many are designated Important Cultural Properties of Japan. A long stone stairway leads to the dignified precinct, which takes on a softer beauty when cherry blossoms bloom in spring.

Address
1-1 Ichimoriyama, Shiogama City, Miyagi Prefecture [ Google Maps ]
Access
About 15 minutes on foot from JR Hon-Shiogama Station
About 10 minutes by car from Rifu-Shiogama IC on the Sanriku Expressway
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