It is unknown when Yurahime Shrine was founded, but its history dates back to 842 and it is said to have once been the highest-ranking shrine on the island of Oki. The shallow bay just off the shrine grounds is called "Ikayosenohama" (Ika-Yose no Hama), which literally means "a bay where squids gather." The reason there are so many squids within the shrine grounds is because of a legend surrounding the name. In addition to squid, Yurahime Shrine is also a popular cherry blossom viewing spot in April. *Yurahime Shrine's goshuin (stamp) can only be obtained at the Nishinoshima Tourist Association.
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2024.11.07
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