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Hashirimizu Shrine
A historic shrine filled with a spiritual atmosphere.
A venerable shrine that enshrines the two deities, the hero of Japanese mythology, "Yamato Takeru," and his wife, "Ototachibana-hime." It is said to have originated when "Yamato Takeru" and "Ototachibana-hime," who visited this land for the pacification of the Eastern countries, enshrined a crown they had given to villagers in gratitude for their devotion, in a stone chest and built a shrine over it.
Known as a power spot expected to boost feminine energy because it venerates "Ototachibana-hime," who sacrificed herself to save her husband in dire circumstances. It is also known for bringing blessings of marital harmony, matchmaking, and good relationships, particularly beneficial for women. Within its precincts stand the "Memorial of Ototachibana-hime," erected by seven prominent military figures including Heihachiro Togo, and the "Rudder Monument of Ototachibana-hime," built to pray for maritime safety.
The shrine has deep connections with water, and its hand-washing area is fed by spring water from Mount Fuji, gushing from a depth of 30 meters. Additionally, the "Water Shrine," believed to house the deity incarnation of water, sits to the right rear of the main hall, welcoming visitors with kappa (water imp) figurines.
Highlights
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Dedicated to the hero of Japanese mythology, "Yamato Takeru," and his wife, "Ototachibana-hime."
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Believed to bestow benefits for boosting feminine energy, marital harmony, matchmaking, and good relationships.
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Rich in water-related legends, the shrine's precinct includes the "Water Shrine" as well.
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Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have pamphlets in other languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)
Sorry, we don’t.
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Do you have shrine’s red ink stamps?
No, we don’t have.
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Is parking available?
Not available.
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Are coin lockers available?
Not available.
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Are there any smoking areas?
Not available.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 走水神社
- Postal Code
- 239-0811
- Address
- 2-12-5 Hashirimizu, Yokosuka City, Kanagawa
- Telephone
- 046-841-0179 (West Kano Shrine)
- Closed
- Free to walk
- Business Hours
- Walk anytime, Shrine office 9:00am - 3:00pm
- Admission
- Free
- Access
- From Keihin Express Line’s Maborikaigan Station or JR Yokosuka Station, take the bus bound for Kannonzaki, get off at “Hashirimizu Shrine” Bus stop and short walk from there.
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)