美保の関の船作り神 · Craftsmanship

Boat-makers kami of Mihonoseki

The kami who inspires the craft of boat-making in Mihonoseki, as recorded in the Fudoki, is revered for ensuring safety at sea and the craftsmanship of ships.

Mythology

It is said that this kami taught the early inhabitants the art of navigating the seas, helping them to connect with other lands.