Mishima Shrine

Overview

Mishima Shrine is a shrine in the Imura district of Usuki City, Oita Prefecture. It is counted as one of the Five Shrines of Usuki from the era of the Otomo clan. It is known as a shrine enshrining a divided spirit of Oyamazumi Shrine in Iyo Province.

Highlights

• ●Rank as one of the Five Shrines of Usuki from the Otomo era
• ●A shrine enshrining a divided spirit of Oyamazumi Shrine in Iyo
• ●A history of deep reverence from warriors
• ●The nagare-zukuri style of the shrine building

History

The shrine enshrines a divided spirit of Oyamazumi Shrine in Iyo Province (Ehime Prefecture), which earned deep reverence from warriors. After the Sengoku daimyo Otomo Sorin entered Niujima Castle (Usuki Castle), it drew the devotion of successive lords including the Otomo clan, Ota Kazuyoshi and the Inaba clan.

Map

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Suggested itinerary

1. 1Pay respects at the nagare-zukuri shrine building
2. 2Learn of its standing as one of the Five Shrines of Usuki
3. 3Reflect on its history of enshrining a spirit of Oyamazumi Shrine
4. 4Walk quietly through the precincts

Did you know?

💡 Having drawn the devotion of successive lords, the shrine is regarded as one tied to the history of Usuki.

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