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Okinawa, Japan | Futenmangu Shrine: One of the Eight Great Shrines, a Sacred Cave Site, and a Guardian of the Castle Futenmangu Shrine, located in Ginowan City, is one of the Eight Great Shrines in Okinawa. Unlike other shrines, it features a natural limestone cave connected to its back—an ancient site considered a sacred place. Built during the Ryukyu Kingdom era, Futenmangu Shrine enshrines the Kumano Three Gods and local Ryukyu deities, and has long protected the local people. Its vermilion torii gate stands quietly amidst the city streets, against the backdrop of the blue sky, creating a solemn yet intimate atmosphere. Entering the shrine, the halls are simple yet elegant. Most notably, after visiting the shrine, you can sign up for a tour of the Futenman Cave. The air within the cave is cool and humid, stalactites crisscross, and the caverns, illuminated by light, create a mysterious atmosphere. Local legend holds that this is where the gods descend, and it was once a sacred place for priests to practice and pray. For travelers, Futenmangu Shrine is more than just a shrine for worship and prayer; it's a unique place to experience the interplay of nature and faith. It reminds us that Ryukyu faith isn't confined to buildings and temples, but is deeply connected to the mountains, rivers, caves, and the earth.
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