Okinawa's history and nature intertwined perfectly

#2月好地方2025 The closest shrine to downtown Naha⛩️ is the Naminoue Shrine, the first of the Eight Shrines of Ryukyu. During the Ryukyu Kingdom period, it was honored as the "No. 1 Shrine of the Country" and is a sacred place of faith for the locals. It is also the only shrine by the sea among the Eight Shrines, facing the ships coming and going from Naha Port🚢. Many fishermen would pray here for smooth sailing and a full return🛶 The shrine retains the traditional red-tiled architecture of Okinawa. There are two Shisa dogs on both sides of the main hall, which are very Okinawan. Moreover, the shrine⛩️ is located next to Naminoue Beach🏖️. After worshipping, you can also go to the beach to enjoy the sun and the beach~ ✨Remember to cleanse your body and mind at the "Hand Water House" before visiting🧽 Wash your hands: ➊First use a ladle to take a scoop of water. You can only take water once during the whole process. Remember to fill it up. ➋ Use your right hand to hold the spoon and wash your left hand, then use your left hand to hold the spoon and wash your right hand ➌Pour the water into your left hand and rinse your mouth, then wash your left hand again ➍Finally, stand the spoon up slightly and use the remaining water to clean the handle. ✨Steps for worship: ➊ Gently put the incense money into the incense money box, usually 5 yuan, because 5 yuan in Japanese is homophonic with "good luck" 📍Bow twice ➜Clap your hands twice ➜Put your hands together and start praying ➜After telling the gods your wish ➜Bow deeply again and it's done🙏 ✨The most special amulet of Naminoue Shrine is the school bag 🎒 shape, so buy it early! 📍Namigami Shrine 🕒Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 (Amulet purchase time 09:00-16:30) Address: 1 Chome-25-11 Wakasa, Naha, Okinawa 900-0031 Japan