Admission
- Adult (18+)Free
Shizuoka, Shizuoka Prefecture
At a Glance
The shrine's sacred golden osmanthus tree is over 1,200 years old, making it one of Japan's oldest. When it blooms in autumn, its fragrance fills the entire grounds.
Shogun Minamoto no Yoritomo prayed here for the revival of the Minamoto clan before launching his successful campaign. A stone where he and his wife Masako rested still remains on the grounds.
The shrine's sacred rope at the main gate measures 2 meters thick, requiring enormous effort to create and replace during ceremonies.
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Look for the Tatari-ishi (cursed stone) immediately on your right after passing through the large torii gate, which is a volcanic rock carried down from Mount Fuji during an ancient eruption and holds special historical significance.
After your visit, try the local specialty fukutaro-mochi (mugwort rice cakes with sweet red bean paste) sold near the shrine, which has been a traditional treat for pilgrims and visitors for generations.
During New Year and major festivals, the on-site lot fills fast and nearby lots charge 2–5× normal rates. Arrive early or use public transport: from Mishima Station (15-min walk) or Mishima-Tamachieki Station.
Visit the Kanjikoen (sacred deer garden) within the shrine grounds and the Benzaiten shrine with its scenic pond where doves and waterfowl gather, offering peaceful spots away from the main worship areas.
Visit during September to October to experience the famous 1,200-year-old sacred kinmokusei (golden osmanthus) tree in full bloom, when its fragrant scent fills the entire shrine grounds.
Take time to admire the intricate wood carvings on the shrine gate built in 1867 and the detailed craftsmanship of the main hall, both featuring exceptional examples of traditional Japanese architectural artistry in keyaki (zelkova) wood.
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Fascinating facts about this place
The shrine's sacred golden osmanthus tree is over 1,200 years old, making it one of Japan's oldest. When it blooms in autumn, its fragrance fills the entire grounds.
Shogun Minamoto no Yoritomo prayed here for the revival of the Minamoto clan before launching his successful campaign. A stone where he and his wife Masako rested still remains on the grounds.
The shrine's sacred rope at the main gate measures 2 meters thick, requiring enormous effort to create and replace during ceremonies.
A volcanic rock called 'Tatari-ishi' (Curse Stone) sits near the entrance, believed to have been carried here during Mount Fuji's eruption centuries ago.
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