The World Heritage Sites in Japan
From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan’s World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature.
9. Ancient Worship Transcending Time: Sacred Island of Okinoshima and Associated Sites in the Munakata Region
0.0Mar 7, 2023 · 15 min
Remote Okinoshima is the "island where the deities dwell" where Shinto beliefs originated. It is the spiritual home to the Japanese people. Restricted public access to the island means that valuable artifacts offered to the deities have been preserved almost intact. Ancient Japanese believed deities resided in the island's huge rocks; many of those beliefs survive among the locals to this day.