Koshima Jinja Shrine

“At low tide, a stone path rises — the whole island is sacred ground.”

Beautiful Scenery
Koshima Jinja Shrine

Koshima Jinja Shrine is a Shinto shrine on a small island in Nagasaki prefecture that is only accessible when the tide is low. When the tide is high, the island seems inaccessible, but during ebb, a small passageway appears. The name Koshima Jinja literally means 'small island shrine' and is a fitting name because it is indeed the whole island that is sacred. It is said that for this reason visitors are prohibited from taking any natural objects from the island.

Photograph provided by Nagasaki Prefecture Convention and Tourism Association

Spot NameKoshima Jinja Shrine
Postal Code〒811-5315
Address1969 Moroyoshifutamatafure, Ashibe-cho, Iki City
Telephone Number0920-47-3700
Official URLhttps://www.welcomekyushu.jp/event/?mode=detail&id=9999900038383&isSpot=1&isEvent=
KeywordsBeautiful Scenery

Frequently asked questions

What is Koshima Jinja Shrine?
At low tide, a stone path rises — the whole island is sacred ground.
Where is Koshima Jinja Shrine?
Koshima Jinja Shrine is located at 1969 Moroyoshifutamatafure, Ashibe-cho, Iki City.
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