波上宮（Naminoue Shrine） 位於沖繩那霸市，是琉球八社之首，也是沖繩最具代表性的神社。神社建於面向大海的懸崖上，位置高聳，意為「海上的神宮」，自古以來被視為守護海上交通與漁業的神明。琉球王國時期，國王曾派使節前來祈福，象徵國家祈求平安與繁榮的重要場所。
今日的波上宮以其壯麗的紅色神社建築、蔚藍海景與鄰近的 波上海灘 而成為觀光名所。每年正月與傳統祭典期間，參拜人潮絡繹不絕，是感受沖繩信仰文化與自然景觀的最佳去處。
Naminoue Shrine, located in Naha City, is the most important Shinto shrine in Okinawa and the highest of the historic “Eight Shrines of the Ryukyu.” Perched dramatically on a seaside cliff overlooking the ocean, its name means “Shrine on the Waves.” Since ancient times, it has been revered as a guardian of maritime safety and fishing prosperity. During the Ryukyu Kingdom era, royal envoys visited the shrine to pray for national peace and prosperity.
Today, Naminoue Shrine attracts visitors with its striking vermilion architecture, scenic ocean views, and its proximity to Naminoue Beach. It is especially lively during New Year and local festivals, making it both a spiritual site and a cultural landmark for locals and tourists alike.
