Watatsumi Shrine (Kobe)

is a Shinto shrine in Kobe Japan founded by Empress Jingu upon her return from attempting to conquer Korea. It is dedicated to the god Watatsumi, who is associated with the sea and marine life.

According to legend, Empress Jingū was nearly shipwrecked but managed to survive thanks to praying to Watatsumi, and she made the Akashi Shrine to honor him. At the same time, she also established Ikasuri Shrine and Ikuta Shrine.

The shrine is often referred to as the  in colloquial language, as it is a common misreading of the characters used in its name.

 History 
The shrine was first mentioned in 806 During the Edo period, it was considered highly significant to the rulers of the Akashi Domain who visited it every February The main Torii of the shrine was originally located on the beach, but due to land reclamation after World War II, it was moved further inland.

 Related pages 
 Kaijin Shrine which is sometimes also known as "Watatsumi Jinja"

 References 

Category:Beppyo shrines
Category:Myōjin Taisha
Category:Kanpei Chūsha
Category:Kobe
Category:Shinto shrines in Hyōgo Prefecture
Category:Shikinaisha in Harima Province