Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Kokuhei Chusha
Ichinomiya (Kozuke Province)
Nukisaki Shrine
一之宮貫前神社
/ Ichinomiya Nukisaki Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 JPY
Access
15 min walk
Hours
Open daily
Overview
The ichinomiya of Kozuke Province is architecturally unique: worshippers ascend to the main gate, then descend steps to reach the main hall below, making it one of Japan's three 'kudari-miya' (descending shrines). The deity Hime Okami was especially revered in Tomioka for her connection to silk farming and weaving.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
531 [安閑天皇元年]
Ichinomiya of Kozuke Province. Founded in 531 according to shrine records. The Edo-period buildings from 1635 are designated Important Cultural Properties. Unique as one of Japan's three 'kudari-miya' (descending shrines) where worshippers descend stairs to reach the main hall.
Enshrined Deities
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⛩
primary Deity
Goddess of water, islands, music, eloquence, and wealth; one of the three Munakata goddesses
Blessings
Shrine Network
Independent head
Did You Know?
💡
It is one of only three 'descending shrines' in Japan, where you go down stairs to reach the main hall — the opposite of normal shrine architecture.
Source: documented
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
36.2430, 138.8940
Physical Address
1535 Ichinomiya, Tomioka, Gunma
群馬県富岡市一ノ宮1535
Access
Joshu-Ichinomiya Station (Joshin Railway)
15 min walk
Hours
Open daily
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Nukisaki Shrine?
The ichinomiya of Kozuke Province is architecturally unique: worshippers ascend to the main gate, then descend steps to reach the main hall below, making it one of Japan's three 'kudari-miya' (descending shrines). The deity Hime Okami was especially revered in Tomioka for her connection to silk farming and weaving.
Where is Nukisaki Shrine located?
Nukisaki Shrine is located in Tomioka, Gunma. The full address is: 1535 Ichinomiya, Tomioka, Gunma.
What deities are enshrined at Nukisaki Shrine?
The enshrined deities are: Futsunushi no Kami, Ichikishimahime no Mikoto.