Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Shiogama Shrine Okumiya
志波彦神社奥宮
/ Shiwahiko Jinja Okumiya
Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 JPY
Access
5 min walk
Hours
Open daily
Overview
Okama Shrine is an auxiliary shrine of the Shiogama Shrine complex, housing sacred iron cauldrons (okama) used in ancient salt-making rituals. The water level in these cauldrons is traditionally said to predict earthquakes and tsunamis.
Enshrined Deities
⛩
Shiotsuchi Oji No Kami
primary Deity
Blessings
Shrine Network
Independent branch
Head shrine: Shiogama Shrine
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
38.3166, 141.0211
Physical Address
6-1 Honcho, Shiogama, Miyagi
宮城県塩竈市本町6-1
Access
Hon-Shiogama Station (JR Senseki Line)
5 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 Shiogama Shrine Okumiya?
Okama Shrine is an auxiliary shrine of the Shiogama Shrine complex, housing sacred iron cauldrons (okama) used in ancient salt-making rituals. The water level in these cauldrons is traditionally said to predict earthquakes and tsunamis.
Where is Shiogama Shrine Okumiya located?
Shiogama Shrine Okumiya is located in Shiogama, Miyagi. The full address is: 6-1 Honcho, Shiogama, Miyagi.