Shikaoi Shrine - Hokkaido
Shikaoi Shrine ( 鹿追神社 ) is the main shrine of the town of Shikaoi. It is located at 1 Motomachi in the town of Shikaoi, Kato District, Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Shikaoi Shrine Shikaoi Shrine Details Autumn Shikaoi Shrine , founded in 1914, is a must-visit cultural and spiritual site in Shikaoi, Hokkaido. Known for enshrining Japan’s first married deities, Izanagi-no-Kami and Izanami-no-Kami , the shrine is deeply connected to prayers for matchmaking, fertility, and marital harmony. For over a century, this sacred place has been a cornerstone of the town’s identity, drawing both locals and travelers who wish to experience its rich history, spiritual significance, and serene atmosphere. Shikaoi Shrine - Shikaoi town, Hokkaido Prefecture The Origins of Shikaoi Shrine The story of Shikaoi Shrine begins in Taisho 3 (1914) with a modest 30-centimeter wooden monument dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami . At that time, there was no chief priest, yet ceremonies were performed for the d...
