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Aoshima Shrine

Aoshima Shrine is located on Aoshima Island, which is surrounded by a stunning grooved rock formation called the Ogre's Washboard. This formation was created by the erosive action of waves on sedimentary rock lifted up from the seabed about 7 million years ago. Perched atop Aoshima Island is the bright red shrine, standing out against the blue sea and sky. It is famous as a shrine that houses a god of marriage. Many people come here to offer prayers that they will find love. A sacred place, the island is preserved from development, although it does host a subtropical botanical garden.

For more information, please visit the English website:
http://www.miyazaki-city.tourism.or.jp/en/sightseeing/spcat01/spot04.html

Access
From JR Aoshima Station, a 10-minute walk
From the Aoshima stop on the Aoshima bus line, a 5-minute walk