Izusan Shrine
Izusan Shrine, the birthplace of many place names in Izu.
Famous as the spot where Minamoto no Yoritomo and Hōjō Masako were united, it is also known as a shrine for matchmaking. In the Edo period it was called Izu Daigongen, and Tokugawa Ieyasu visited the shrine, giving it a long historical significance.
Climb the long stone steps to the precincts and enjoy a superb view overlooking Atami City and the sea.
From the main hall to Motomiya, the route passes the worship pavilion, Hakusan Shrine, and Yui Myojin Honsha, taking about an hour. We recommend a leisurely mountain walk while offering your prayers.
About 800 steps below the main hall is Soyu Jinja Shrine, where the god of hot springs is enshrined.
The annual grand festival takes place over three days from April 14 to 16, drawing many visitors.
Address/708-1 Izusan, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture 413-0002
Phone/0557-80-3164
Access/Take a bus bound for Nanao from JR atami station for about 10 minutes and get off at Izu‑san Shrine Front
Parking/Free (5 spaces)
※The 837 steps count covers the route from Izusan Beach (near the running hot spring) up to the main hall.
(From the city road with the Izu‑san Shrine Front bus stop to the main hall is about 200 steps; from Japan National Route 135 to the main hall is about 600 steps.)
※Beyond the main hall and the Izu‑san Local History Museum toward Motomiya, the path becomes a mountain trail, so please take care.
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