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Kamoenai Itsukushima Shrine ( 神恵内厳島神社 ) is the main shrine of the village of Kamoenai. It is located at 81-4 Kamoenai, Furu District, Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Kamoenai Itsukushima Shrine Kamoenai Itsukushima Shrine Details Steeped in centuries of history and tradition, Kamoenai Itsukushima Shrine is a significant cultural and spiritual site located in the village of Kamoenai, Hokkaido. Founded in the early 1600s, this shrine has long served as a guardian for local fishermen and residents, symbolizing the deep connection between the community and the sea. Kamoenai Itsukushima Shrine - Kamoenai village, Hokkaido Prefecture A Rich History Rooted in Fishing and Maritime Protection The origins of Kamoenai Itsukushima Shrine date back to May 1594 , during the 3rd year of the Bunroku era, when Tatsuki Kageharu, lord of Tatsuki Castle in Omi Province, invited fishermen from the Oshu region to develop the western Ezo area, now known as Kamoenai. In May 1603 , following the exampl...

Kamoenai Roadside Station ( 神恵内道の駅 ) , formally called Roadside Station Osukoi! Kamoenai ( 道の駅 オスコイ！かもえない ) is one of the roadside stations in Hokkaido Prefecture. It is located at Omori-292-1 Akaishimura in the village of  Kamoenai, Furu District, Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Kamoenai Roadside Station Kamoenai Roadside Station Details Nestled along National Route 229 with stunning views of the Sea of Japan, Kamoenai Roadside Station has been a beloved rest stop since its official registration as the 35th roadside station of Hokkaido on August 5, 1996 . Surrounded by the serene beauty of mountains and ocean, this roadside station offers travelers a perfect blend of natural scenery, local culture, and fresh seafood specialties that capture the essence of Kamoenai Village. Kamoenai Roadside Station - Kamoenai village, Hokkaido Prefecture A Legacy Rooted in Herring Fishing and the Call of “Osukoi!” Kamoenai Village’s history is deeply intertwined with the fishing industry...