A seaside shrine in Hitachinaka on the Pacific coast, forming a pair with Oarai Isosaki Shrine. The main deity Sukunahikona is worshipped as the god of medicine, hot springs, and sake brewing. The approach is a tunnel of camellia trees over 300 years old, creating a fantastical landscape for visitors. This camellia approach was selected as one of the "Hundred Scenic Spots of Ibaraki," with red blo…

Founded in 856 CE, the same year as Oarai Isosaki Shrine according to tradition. Originating from the myth of Sukunahikona appearing in the sea alongside Okuninushi. Forming a paired relationship with Oarai, it was revered as a maritime guardian deity of Hitachi Province. Listed in the Engishiki as …