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The shrine which stands on a holy island covered with tropical plants.
Aoshima is a small island of 1.5km in circumference, which is connected with a 150m-long bridge to the main island. The whole island is Aoshima Shrine’s ground. As a holy island, no one was allowed to visit here. The whole premises are covered with areca trees and other sub-tropical plants in a very Miyazaki-like tropical scenery.
The historical shrine was built before AD 820, which is said to be the stage of the legend of Umisachihiko and Yamasachihiko. Yamasachihiko, who is Hikohohodemi no Mikoto, and his wife, Toyotamahime no Mikoto, are enshrined. A multitude from the prefecture and beyond visit this power spot for romance.
Go see the famous wave-shaped rocks “Devil's Washboard” which surround the island.
Those rocks and plants are designated as Japan’s natural monuments. Of more than 200 species, 27 are tropical or sub-tropical plants. The island is also designated as a national special natural monument of tropical and sub-tropical plants’ habitat.
You can enjoy marine activities such as sea kayak or stand-up paddleboard at the beach, and the neighborhood has lots of tour spots. Take a whole day and relax here.
“Devil's Washboard” which surrounds the island
Within the shrine, exhostic plants grow
Aerial view of Aoshima
From the beach, it does not take long to Aoshima over Yayoi Bridge
The main hall of Aoshima Shrine
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The scenery around the shrine, with its emerald-green sea and towering rocks, creates a beautiful contrast with the shrine's simple elegance. It feels peaceful and sacred.
Aoshima Shrine is mainly known for prayers about relationships. The charms are different for men and women, which is pretty unique.
The coastline here is really unique. Besides people playing in the water, you'll also see surfers catching waves.
The shrine is built on a small island, and you have to cross a bridge to get there. The waves nearby create a unique rock formation called 'Ogre's Washboard.' It's a really special landscape. However, the bus service is infrequent, so transportation isn't very convenient.
