Okino Shrine, the underwater torii gate of Taiyu Shrine

Located on the Tara Coast in Saga, Taiyu Shrine's torii gate changes its appearance with the ebb and flow of the tide.
During this visit to Taiyu Shrine, we happened to encounter a neap tide, revealing the underwater pathway.
We were lucky to see flocks of seagulls resting on the torii gate, creating an incredibly picturesque scene.
It's a bit of a pity that Taiyu Shrine doesn't offer goshuin (shrine stamps), but the underwater torii gate alone is well worth the visit.

Post by Calvindidi | Aug 5, 2025