Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Myojin-taisha
Ichinomiya (Izu Province (disputed))
Ikonahime Shrine
伊古奈比咩命神社
/ Ikonahime-no-Mikoto Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 yen
Access
See details
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Overview
Ikonahime Shrine sits on the Shirahama coast at the southern tip of the Izu Peninsula, an ancient sacred site dating back to the pre-Nara period. As a Myojin-taisha listed in the Engishiki, it held the highest ritual status among Izu Province shrines. The enshrined deity, Ikonahime-no-Mikoto, is regarded as a consort of Mishima Myojin and a protector of the seas around Izu.
Enshrined Deities
⛩
Ikonahime No Mikoto
primary Deity
Blessings
Shrine Network
Did You Know?
💡
The shrine sits near Shirahama Beach, one of the most popular beaches in the Izu area, making it a popular stop for summer visitors.
Source: documented
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
34.7019, 138.9553
Physical Address
2740 Shirahama, Shimoda-shi, Shizuoka
静岡県下田市白浜2740
Access
Izukyu-Shimoda Station (Izukyu Line)
Hours
Dawn to dusk
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 Ikonahime Shrine?
Ikonahime Shrine sits on the Shirahama coast at the southern tip of the Izu Peninsula, an ancient sacred site dating back to the pre-Nara period. As a Myojin-taisha listed in the Engishiki, it held the highest ritual status among Izu Province shrines. The enshrined deity, Ikonahime-no-Mikoto, is regarded as a consort of Mishima Myojin and a protector of the seas around Izu.
Where is Ikonahime Shrine located?
Ikonahime Shrine is located in Shimoda-shi, Shizuoka. The full address is: 2740 Shirahama, Shimoda-shi, Shizuoka.
What deities are enshrined at Ikonahime Shrine?
The enshrined deities are: ikonahime no mikoto.